Caramel Apple Pastries (Printable Version)

Crisp layers of puff pastry loaded with soft cinnamon apples, finished with a drizzle of caramel. A quick, impressive treat for cool-weather get-togethers or any night dessert cravings.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 piece of puff pastry, chilled and not frozen
02 - 2 apples, peeled if you like, and thinly sliced
03 - 6 tablespoons white sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
06 - 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, divided into 6 slim pieces
07 - 4 to 6 tablespoons caramel drizzle
08 - Optional: Vanilla ice cream for topping

# Steps:

01 - Turn your oven to 425°F to preheat. Slice your apples thin while your puff pastry softens just enough to work with. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small dish and put aside.
02 - On a baking tray, lay out the puff pastry and slice it into six rectangles. Use a fork to prick the centers a few times so it doesn’t puff up too much.
03 - Arrange the apple slices down the middle of each rectangle in a slight overlap. Sprinkle the sugar-cinnamon mix over the top, about one tablespoon per piece, then add a slice of butter to each.
04 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or when they’re golden, puffed up, and smell amazing.
05 - Drizzle some caramel over the hot pastries. If you're feeling fancy, serve them with a scoop of ice cream right away.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the puff pastry stays cool until you're set to use it. If it gets too soft, pop it back in the fridge for a quick chill.
02 - Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples hold up well and add lovely flavor.
03 - Using jarred caramel works great, but homemade is a terrific option too.
04 - Best eaten warm from the oven but can be reheated at 350°F for around 5-7 minutes if needed.