Description

Apple Roses with Puff Pastry are elegant yet simple desserts featuring thinly sliced apples wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry to create beautiful rose shapes. Perfect for quick desserts, brunch, or special occasions, these treats combine tender apples, a hint of lemon, and a glossy apricot jam glaze for a deliciously impressive finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

2 large crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Pink Lady), thinly sliced
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons apricot jam or jelly
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Optional Ingredients

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
Chopped almonds or walnuts for garnish
Honey or maple syrup (alternative glaze)
Vegan margarine or coconut oil (instead of butter for vegan option)

Instructions

Prepare the Apple Slices: Wash, core, and slice the apples very thinly (about 1-2 mm thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline. Soften the slices by warming them gently in the microwave or simmering in lemon water for a few minutes until pliable.
Thaw and Roll Out Puff Pastry: Allow the frozen puff pastry to thaw according to package instructions. Roll it out on a lightly floured surface to smooth creases and make it slightly thinner, about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut Pastry Strips: Slice the puff pastry into long strips approximately 2 inches wide, ensuring even sizes for consistent roses.
Arrange Apple Slices on Puff Pastry: Lay the softened apple slices overlapping along one long edge of each pastry strip with the red peel facing up, leaving the other edge clean for sealing.
Fold and Roll Into Roses: Fold the bottom edge of the pastry over the base of the apple slices to secure them. Carefully roll up the strip from one end into a tight spiral to form a rose shape.
Bake the Roses: Place each rolled rose into a greased muffin tin to hold its shape. Brush the tops with melted butter and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Glaze and Cool: While still warm, brush the tops with apricot jam for shine and sweetness. Allow roses to cool slightly before removing from the pan.

Notes

Use very thin apple slices to make rolling easier and achieve prettier petals.
Softening apples with heat prevents cracks during rolling.
Bake in a muffin tin to maintain the rose shape and prevent spreading.
Brush apricot glaze immediately while warm for a glossy finish.
If your kitchen is warm, chill assembled roses briefly before baking to help them hold shape.
Optional: Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on apples before rolling for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 rose (approximate)
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 90 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: apple roses, puff pastry dessert, easy apple dessert, elegant dessert, fall recipe, brunch dessert