As autumn settles in, there's nothing better than spending afternoons in the kitchen.
At Dagens.com, we've discovered this delicious recipe for puff pastry apple pumpkins from Anna-Maria Lippke. It combines everything that makes the season special: the sweetness of apples, the warmth of cinnamon, and the crispness of puff pastry.
These treats are perfect for sharing with friends or rounding off an autumn meal.
Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make!
Here’s how you can enjoy the taste of autumn with this simple recipe.
Simple Recipe for Puff Pastry Apple Pumpkins
Ingredients
1 package puff pastry
2 apples
3 teaspoons cinnamon
3 teaspoons sugar
1 egg yolk
For decoration:
Powdered sugar
Cinnamon sticks
Preparation
Prep the Apples: Peel the apples and remove the cores with an apple corer, keeping the apples whole. Slice the apples into rings about ¼ inch thick.
Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into thin strips using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
Wrap the Apples: Take each apple ring and wrap it completely with the puff pastry strips, making sure the entire ring is covered.
Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon with sugar. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolk. Brush the wrapped apple rings with the egg yolk and then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, fan). Place the apple rings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 20-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown. Baking times may vary, so keep an eye on them!
Decorate: Once baked, dust the apple rings with powdered sugar. Insert a small cinnamon stick into the center of each apple ring to complete the pumpkin look.
Serve these sweet apple pumpkins warm, and enjoy the cozy flavors of autumn!
