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Cinnamon Apple Roses

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Cinnamon Apple Roses are a beautiful, sweet, and elegant dessert that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and apples with the delicate flakiness of puff pastry. These charming little pastry roses are not only visually stunning but also delightfully delicious, making them the perfect treat for a cozy brunch, a dinner party, or a special occasion. Each bite brings the comforting aroma of cinnamon and sugar, paired with the tender sweetness of baked apples, creating a dessert that’s both sophisticated and comforting at the same time.

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to create Cinnamon Apple Roses:

  • 2 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam (or any fruit preserve for glazing)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Apples:

  1. Slice the Apples: Cut the apples in half, remove the core, and slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch thick). If necessary, use a mandoline slicer for uniform thickness.
  2. Soften the Apples: Place the apple slices in a microwave-safe bowl, add the lemon juice, and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until they are slightly softened but still pliable. This will make them easier to roll into rose shapes.

Prepare the Puff Pastry:

  1. Roll Out the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth out creases. Cut it into 8 even strips (about 1.5 inches wide).
  2. Brush with Butter: Brush each puff pastry strip with the melted butter.

Season the Apples:

  1. Coat the Apples: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the softened apple slices to coat them evenly.

Assemble the Roses:

  1. Layer the Apples on the Pastry: Lay the apple slices along the top edge of each puff pastry strip, overlapping them slightly to create a rose-like shape. Make sure the rounded part of the apple slices is facing outwards.
  2. Roll the Pastry: Carefully fold the bottom of the pastry up over the apple slices and roll the entire strip up, forming a rose shape.
  3. Place in a Muffin Tin: Gently place each apple rose in a muffin tin, arranging them upright so they stay in place while baking.

Bake the Roses:

  1. Bake the Roses: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cinnamon apple roses for 30-35 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  2. Glaze with Jam: While the roses are baking, warm the apricot jam in a small saucepan over low heat until it becomes liquid. Once the roses are done, brush the warm jam over the top to give them a beautiful glossy finish.

Serve:

  1. Cool and Dust with Powdered Sugar: Allow the apple roses to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin tin. For a finishing touch, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

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