Autumn time, time for delicious baked treats like apple donuts with puff pastry. This dessert is like a warm and embracing hug, intoxicating with its aromatic scent and irresistible flavor.
Autumn afternoons, with leaves gently falling and the crisp air inviting you to seek the warmth of the kitchen, are the perfect time to make these small delights. They are crispy little bites, easy to make and capable of bringing great satisfaction.
Every bite is an explosion of contrasting flavors: the crispness of the puff pastry that melts in your mouth and the soft, fragrant heart of the apple, enriched with a hint of cinnamon that adds that spicy and enveloping touch and honey. They are simple desserts, but with an elegance that makes them perfect for any occasion, from an afternoon snack to a more refined dessert.
The recipe is surprisingly easy and quick. With just a few ingredients, which you probably already have at home – ready-made puff pastry, apples, honey, and cinnamon – you can create a dessert that will make anyone who tastes it smile. The appearance is inviting: small golden donuts, perfectly circular, gleaming slightly under a layer of caramelized brown sugar. An absolutely perfect mix.
And if you want to add a personal touch, you can play with spices, maybe adding ginger or nutmeg, or even a little lemon zest for a fresh note.
Bake these apple donuts with puff pastry and get ready to enjoy a dessert that warms the heart and soul. And who knows, maybe they will also become one of your favorite recipes, just as they have become for me.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 231.13 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 24.44 (g) of which sugars 8.77 (g)
- Proteins 2.93 (g)
- Fat 13.55 (g) of which saturated 2.09 (g)of which unsaturated 10.80 (g)
- Fibers 2.11 (g)
- Sodium 87.60 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 42 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Apple Donuts with Puff Pastry
- 2 apples
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
Preparation of Apple Donuts with Puff Pastry
Peel the apples and cut them into slices not too thick. Make a hole in the center of each slice, using a plastic cap.
Then, brush the slices with honey and sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Next, roll out the rectangle of puff pastry and cut strips to wrap around the apple slices.
As they are ready, place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and brush the surface with the egg yolk.
Finally, add the brown sugar and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F, for 25 minutes.
Remove the apple puff donuts from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Storage
Apple donuts with puff pastry can be stored for 2-3 days in an airtight container.
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FAQ
Can I prepare apple donuts with puff pastry in advance?
Yes, you can prepare them in advance! Apple donuts with puff pastry are great even the next day. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh. You can also briefly reheat them in the oven to restore the crispness of the pastry.
What type of apples is recommended for this recipe?
The most recommended apple varieties are those that are slightly tart, such as Granny Smith or Fuji apples. These apples better maintain their texture during cooking and perfectly balance the sweetness of the dessert.
