Savor the sweet and comforting flavors of these Puff Pastry Apple Pockets, a delightful treat combining the crisp texture of puff pastry with a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. Each pocket is filled with a generous scoop of homemade apple sauce and fresh apple slices, then baked to golden perfection. A final drizzle of lemon-infused icing adds a zesty finish that complements the sweet and spiced filling beautifully.
Why You'll Love This: These apple pockets are the epitome of cozy baking, perfect for anyone who loves the classic combination of apples and cinnamon. The puff pastry provides a flaky, buttery envelope for the rich, cinnamon-sugar coated apple slices, creating a dessert that's both satisfying and not overly sweet. The lemon icing drizzle not only enhances the flavors with a bright note but also adds an appealing gloss to these rustic pastries, making them irresistible straight out of the oven.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for autumn gatherings, afternoon teas, or as a comforting treat during the cooler months, these apple pockets can also be a hit at bake sales or casual get-togethers. They’re great for serving at holiday events or simply as a delightful snack to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea on a lazy weekend.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a little powdered cinnamon or coarse sugar on top of the pastries just before baking. Once baked and slightly cooled, the drizzle of lemon icing not only adds flavor but also makes these apple pockets visually appealing. Serve on a rustic platter with a dusting of icing sugar for a charming homemade look.
Ingredients:
- 3 small apples, peeled, cored, and cut into wedges
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
- 250-300 g apple sauce (1 small jar)
- 2 rolls of fresh puff pastry
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 120 g icing sugar
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1-1.5 tablespoons water
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Toss the apple wedges with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.
- Assemble the Apple Pockets:
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut each into 5 strips, each 8 cm wide.
- Place a tablespoon of apple sauce and a tablespoon of the seasoned apple slices on the lower part of each strip.
- Fold the top part of the dough over the filling and press the edges together with a fork to seal.
- Apply Egg Wash:
- Whisk together 1 egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of milk, and brush this mixture over the assembled apple pockets.
- Bake:
- Make several slits on top of each pocket with a knife for steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the Icing:
- Mix 120 g of icing sugar with 4 teaspoons of lemon juice and enough water (about 1-1.5 tablespoons) to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Finishing Touches:
- Allow the apple pockets to cool on a rack before drizzling with the lemon icing.
Enjoy these delightful puff pastry apple pockets, a perfect blend of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors wrapped in a crisp pastry shell!