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This delicious dessert combines the flaky crispness of puff pastry with the tenderness of spiced apples, all topped with a rich caramel sauce and fluffy cinnamon cream. Perfect for special occasions or as an everyday treat, these apples wrapped in puff pastry add a touch of elegance and deliciousness to your table. Caramel sauce adds luxurious sweetness, while cinnamon cream provides a light, aromatic contrast. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will impress.
For the puff pastry-wrapped apples:
200 g (7.1 oz) puff pastry (about 1.5 cups)
4 medium apples, cored
20 g (0.7 oz) butter (about 1.5 tablespoons)
10 g cinnamon (about 1 tablespoon)
30 g brown sugar (about 2 tablespoons)
For the caramel sauce:
200 g sugar (about 1 cup)
100 ml water (about 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon)
7 g (0.2 oz) salt (about 1/2 teaspoon)
500 ml heavy cream, divided (about 2 cups + 2 tablespoons)
20 ml lemon juice (about 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon)
For the cinnamon cream:
300 ml (11 fl oz) heavy cream (about 1 1/4 cups)
80 g (2.8 oz) icing sugar (about 1/2 cup)
Pinch cinnamon
Instructions
Prepare the apples:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Core 4 medium apples, removing the cores but leaving them whole.
Melt 20g butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 30g brown sugar and 10g cinnamon, cook until the mixture bubbles, then let cool slightly.
Wrap apples in puff pastry:
Roll out 200g puff pastry on a floured work surface to 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 4 squares.
Place each apple in the center of a puff pastry square, pour a little butter-cinnamon mixture into the apple and wrap the dough around it, sealing the edges. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cook the apples:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender. Cover lightly with foil if necessary to prevent over-browning.
Make the caramel sauce:
In a medium saucepan, combine 200g sugar, 100ml water and 7g salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
Increase the heat to medium-high, cook until the mixture is amber, then remove from the heat and stir in 200ml heavy cream. Add 20ml lemon juice.
Make the cinnamon cream:
Whisk 300ml heavy cream with 80g icing sugar until fluffy. Add a pinch of cinnamon.
Topping:
Allow the apples to cool slightly, then arrange on dessert plates. Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and top with cinnamon cream.
Presentation suggestions
Serve hot with vanilla ice cream or a crisp green apple salad.
Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting dessert experience.
For added texture, garnish with extra cinnamon or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Cooking tips
Make sure the puff pastry is cold when you wrap the apples so it doesn’t become too soft and difficult to work with.
Watch the caramel closely as it cooks, as it can burn quickly once it gets dark.
Let the cinnamon cream rest in the fridge until serving to maintain its whipped consistency.
Nutritional benefits
Apples provide fiber and important vitamins, including vitamin C.
Whipped cream adds richness and a dose of calcium, but be careful about portion size.
Cinnamon has antioxidant properties and can help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Nutrition Information
Contains dairy and gluten.
Can be adapted to be gluten-free using gluten-free puff pastry.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories: Approx. 500 kcal
Fat: 30 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Protein: 4 g
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat the dough in the oven to retain crispiness, or microwave briefly if you prefer.
Why you’ll love this recipe
It combines classic comfort with a sophisticated twist, making it perfect for special occasions or for treating yourself anytime.
The blend of sweet, tangy apples and creamy, rich toppings create an irresistible flavor profile.
It’s a visually stunning dessert and surprisingly easy to make.
Bringing a touch of nostalgia with a modern update, the recipe will appeal to adults and kids alike.
Bottom line: These puff pastry wrapped apples feature a delicious blend of puff pastry, tender apple, and rich caramel, topped with a light cinnamon cream. The dessert is both visually appealing and delicious, and is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting treat. You’ll discover a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Try this recipe and enjoy a classic dessert with a modern twist!
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