Description
Cinnamon Apple Roses are an elegant and delicious pastry that looks as good as it tastes. Thinly sliced apples are rolled in puff pastry to create beautiful rose-shaped treats, perfectly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with a touch of sugar. Despite their stunning appearance, these pastries are surprisingly easy to make and are sure to impress anyone who sees or tastes them. Whether served as a breakfast pastry, a snack, or a dessert, these delightful apple roses are a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium red apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji)
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon apricot jam or honey (optional, for glazing)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- Flour (for dusting your work surface)
Ingredient Highlights
- Apples: Red apples work best for their color and sweetness. Thin slices are key for creating soft, flexible petals.
- Puff Pastry: Store-bought puff pastry keeps things simple while giving the roses a light, flaky texture.
- Cinnamon and Sugar: The classic combination of cinnamon and sugar gives these pastries their warm, cozy flavor.
- Apricot Jam: Brushing the roses with apricot jam adds a touch of sweetness and gives them a beautiful shine.
Instructions
Prepare the Apples
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard muffin tin or line it with parchment paper.
- Slice the Apples: Cut the apples in half, remove the cores, and slice them into thin half-moon pieces (about ⅛ inch thick).
- Soften the Apples: Place the apple slices in a microwave-safe bowl with lemon juice and a few tablespoons of water. Microwave for 2-3 minutes until the slices are soft and flexible. Drain and pat dry.
Assemble the Roses
- Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle (about 10×12 inches). Cut it into 6 even strips.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: Mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Add the Apples: Arrange the apple slices along the top edge of each puff pastry strip, slightly overlapping them so that the rounded edge of the apples sticks out above the pastry.
- Sprinkle with Cinnamon Sugar: Generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the apples and pastry.
- Roll the Roses: Carefully roll up each strip from one end to the other to form a rose shape. Place the roses in the prepared muffin tin.
Bake the Roses
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Glaze and Cool: If desired, brush the warm roses with apricot jam or honey for a shiny finish. Let them cool for 5-10 minutes before removing them from the tin.
How to Serve
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g