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These Easy Apple Roses are a show-stopping dessert that combines tender apple slices with flaky puff pastry. The apples are delicately spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, then wrapped in pastry and baked to golden perfection. The result is a stunning, sweet treat that's as delicious as it is beautiful. Whether for a special occasion or just to indulge yourself, these apple roses will impress every time.
INGREDIENTS- Water: 2 cups, used to make lemon water for soaking the apple slices.
- Lemon: 1 medium, halved, for lemon juice to prevent apple browning.
- Brown Sugar: 2 tbsp (30g), for the sugar mixture coating the apples.
- White Granulated Sugar: 2 tbsp (30g), paired with brown sugar to balance sweetness.
- Ground Cinnamon: ½ tsp (3g), for a warm, comforting spice.
- Ground Nutmeg: ½ tsp (3g), adding a touch of depth and richness to the flavor.
- Red Apples: 2 (e.g., Gala, Pink Lady), thinly sliced for the rose petals.
- Puff Pastry: 1 sheet, rolled out and cut into strips for the base of the roses.
- Apple Jelly: 3–4 tbsp (45–60g), used to baste the dough and give a glossy finish.
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rack in the middle position.
- Step 2:
- Make lemon water: Squeeze lemon juice into 2 cups water.
- Step 3:
- Slice apples thin (1/8 inch) and soak them in the lemon water to prevent browning.
- Step 4:
- Microwave apples for 3 minutes, then drain the water to soften them.
- Step 5:
- Mix sugar and spices (brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg) in a bowl.
- Step 6:
- Toss sliced apples with half of the sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Step 7:
- Prepare dough: Roll out puff pastry into strips and dust with flour.
- Step 8:
- Baste dough with warmed apple jelly, then sprinkle with remaining sugar mix.
- Step 9:
- Assemble roses: Place apple slices on dough, fold over, and roll tightly to form the rose shape.
- Step 10:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown. Cover with foil if they brown too quickly.
- Step 11:
- Cool the apple roses and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Best served warm, but can be enjoyed at room temperature too.
- Use a variety of sweet apples, such as Gala or Pink Lady, for a perfect balance of tart and sweet.
- For a twist, you can add a splash of vanilla extract to the apple jelly for extra flavor.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Ina Garten recommends brushing the puff pastry with a little butter before adding the apple slices for an extra golden finish.
- Chef Jamie Oliver suggests adding a sprinkle of lemon zest for a fresh zing to the apple roses.
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