Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, flaky pastry that crumbles delicately, revealing a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling nestled on a bed of creamy almond paste. These Almond Apple Puff Pastries are not just a dessert – they're a culinary journey that transports you straight to a charming Parisian bakery, promising to elevate your baking skills and impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 12 pastries
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup almond paste
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the puff pastry sheet from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to become pliable.
- Peel and dice the apples into small, uniform cubes approximately 1/4 inch in size.
- In a medium bowl, mix the diced apples with sugar and cinnamon, stirring until the apples are evenly coated.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut into 12 equal rectangular pieces.
- Crumble the almond paste and distribute small amounts in the center of each pastry rectangle.
- Spoon the cinnamon-sugar apple mixture on top of the almond paste, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Fold the pastry edges over to create a rustic, open-faced pastry, gently pressing the corners to seal.
- Brush each pastry with beaten egg wash, ensuring complete coverage for a golden, shiny finish.
- Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your puff pastry is slightly chilled but pliable. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling to prevent cracking.
- Uniform Cutting: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to create even pastry rectangles for consistent baking.
- Don't Overfill: Leave a small border around the edges when adding apple mixture and almond paste to prevent leakage during baking.
- Egg Wash Technique: Apply the egg wash with a pastry brush, ensuring complete and even coverage for that gorgeous golden sheen.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow pastries to cool slightly on the baking sheet to help them set and prevent burning.
- Serving Suggestions: For an extra touch of elegance, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel sauce just before serving.
- Make Ahead: These pastries can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking, making them perfect for entertaining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
