Cinnamon Puff Pastry Apple Rings *

These Puff Pastry Apple Rings are a delicious treat that are perfect for any occasion. Buttery, flakey puff pastry is wrapped around an apple slice, tossed in cinnamon sugar, and then baked to golden brown perfection!

Perfect holiday appetizer! Easy, but elevated! 10/10 flavor, these will be a hit at any gathering! Thanksgiving or Christmas! 

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Serves: 6 apple rings

Why You'll Love this recipe :

• They are beautiful, yummy and simple!
• Puff Pastry Apple Rings come together in just under 20 minutes!
• You only need five simple ingredients to make these.
• They are buttery, flakey and sweet.
• Tastes amazing with some melted cookie butter for a dipping sauce.
• A great appetizer or dessert for any occasion!
• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• This recipe is so simple to make but seriously addicting!

Ingredients :

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed (can also use GF puff pastry)
• 1 apple, sliced into rings and core removed
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 egg wash, 1 egg whisked with splash of water
• Optional: Powdered Sugar to sift on top when cooked

Instructions:

• Thaw puff pastry on the counter for at least 30 minutes.
• When ready, preheat oven to 350F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Then, use a pizza cutter or knife to cut long strips in the puff pastry dough and set aside.
• Mix together the coconut sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and set aside.
• Then, slice apple into rings and core out the center of each one. Use any small round object that you have such as an oil cap. Then dip each slice in cinnamon and sugar mixture to coat both sides.
• Wrap a piece of puff pastry around the apple and through the center hole util it's fully covered. Place them on a baking sheet that's lined with parchment paper and brush with an egg wash.
• Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before enjoying.

Notes :

• A pizza cutter works best for creating the long strips in the puff pastry dough.
• Use any round object that you have to core out the center, I used the cap of a spray oil.
• Make sure the apple is fully covered with the puff pastry dough before baking.

Ingredients and Substitutions:

• You can use store bought pre-made puff pastry dough, it’s found in the freezer section at most grocery stores, or you can use a homemade version if preferred.
• I like to use Fuji, Honey crisp or Pink Lady apples as I believe these tend to be on the sweeter side, however any kind of apple will work!
• I used coconut sugar for this recipe, but you can also use cane sugar, brown sugar or monk fruit sweetener.
• Ground cinnamon is a must!
• Brush an egg wash over the puff pastry before baking to give these apple rings a nice golden brown glow. If you are vegan, use milk or oil instead.

How to Serve and Store :

• Serve these Puff Pastry Apple Rings warm and with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or melted cookie butter for a delicious dipping sauce!
• Store in an airtight container in the fridge, reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes.

Frequently  Asked  Questions :

Are these vegan?

• As long as you use vegan puff pastry and oil or milk instead of egg then yes!

Can these be made gluten free?

• Yes, with the use of gluten free puff pastry.

Can I use something else instead of apple?

• I bet you a pear would taste really yummy too!

Can these be made in the air fryer?

• Yes! Air fry at 350F for 10 minutes or longer if needed.

Source: Lovely Delights