Who doesn't love a dessert that looks as stunning as it tastes, but without the fuss? Let me introduce you to Apple Roses Dessert. It's quicker than a pie, healthier than a donut, and bursting with sweet apple flavor. I stumble upon it on a really busy day and it turned out as easy it was delicious.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
I remember my grandmother always bustling about the kitchen during the autumn, making apple treats for everyone. The aroma of cinnamon and warm apples always filled the house with love. Apple Roses Dessert echoes those memories, but with a modern, elegant twist. It brings back that comforting feeling in a quick and beautiful way, perfect for when I needed a little comfort fast.
Ingredients
For the Apple Roses:
- 2 large red apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
- 1/4 cup water
For the Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet (14.1 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Apples: Combine lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss apple slices in the mixture until well coated.
- Soften the Apples: Microwave the apple slices for 2-3 minutes, or until pliable without breaking.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the puff pastry into 6 equal strips.
- Assemble the Roses: Brush each strip of puff pastry with melted butter. Arrange apple slices along one long edge of the pastry, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with a little more cinnamon, if desired.
- Roll and Shape: Fold the bottom half of the pastry over the apple slices. Gently roll up the strip, starting from one end, creating a rose shape. Pinch the edge to seal.
- Place in Muffin Tin: Place each apple rose in a greased muffin tin.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Glaze and Serve: While the roses are baking, heat the apricot jam with water in a small saucepan until melted and smooth. Once the roses are out of the oven, brush with the warm apricot glaze. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy: Serve your beautiful Apple Roses Dessert warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Apple Roses Dessert
A quick and beautiful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with an elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Combine lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss apple slices in the mixture until well coated.1 lemon, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 large red apples
- Microwave the apple slices for 2-3 minutes, or until pliable without breaking.2 large red apples
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the puff pastry into 6 equal strips.1 sheet frozen puff pastry
- Brush each strip of puff pastry with melted butter. Arrange apple slices along one long edge of the pastry, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with a little more cinnamon, if desired.1/4 cup melted butter, 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, 2 large red apples, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Fold the bottom half of the pastry over the apple slices. Gently roll up the strip, starting from one end, creating a rose shape. Pinch the edge to seal.1 sheet frozen puff pastry, 2 large red apples
- Place each apple rose in a greased muffin tin.2 large red apples
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.1 sheet frozen puff pastry, 2 large red apples
- While the roses are baking, heat the apricot jam with water in a small saucepan until melted and smooth. Once the roses are out of the oven, brush with the warm apricot glaze.1/4 cup apricot jam, 1/4 cup water
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve your beautiful Apple Roses Dessert warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.