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Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes » Apple Rose Puffed Pastries

Apple Rose Puffed Pastries

By Sherri On May 1, 2018, Updated December 3, 2020 83 Comments

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These Apple Rose Puffed Pastries are a simple yet elegant way to serve a unique dessert.  Follow this easy step by step tutorial to make them for your next brunch or Holiday gathering instead of apple pie.

Apple Rose Puffed Pastries recipe on a silver platter.

When I first saw a picture of this apple pastry I thought they were the most beautiful dessert ever. They are little rose apple pies and a wonderful alternative to traditional apple pie.

Of course, I thought they must be extremely hard to make.  But I’m so happy I was wrong about that!   This recipe is much easier to make than they look!

I bought Pepperidge Farm puffed pastries in the freezer section of the grocery store. I have seen them many times but I have never used them for any baking.  There is always time for firsts. 🙂

All you have to do is cut 3 apples in half from top to bottom. Slice them thin. Roll the pastries a little bit and cut them into 6 equal strips.

Then, spread a little apricot preserves. Place the apples slices. Fold, roll, place in a muffin tin and bake.

Ta-da! Gorgeous little apple rose pastries to wow your family and friends with.

I served them warm with a little vanilla ice cream too.  Yummy yum yum!  🙂

Apple Rose Puffed Pastries Ingredients

Apple Rose Pastries Ingredients

Makes 12 apple roses

Apples

Sheets of puffed pastries, thawed

Apricot preserves

Water

Lemon juice

Cinnamon

Sugar

Apple Rose Puffed Pastries recipe on a silver platter

How To Make Apple Rose Pastries

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F

Remove puffed pastries from freezer and thaw according to package

Slice the apples in half from top to bottom

Cut apples on a cutting board

Remove the core ends and then scoop out the core in the center

Cut and cored apples on a cutting board

Slice the apples into very thin slices

Slicing apples with a knife on a cutting board

Fill a medium sized bowl half full of water and squeeze the lemon juice into the water.

Squeezing lemon into a bowl of water

Place the sliced apples in the water and microwave for 5 minutes until slightly tender.

Sliced apples in a bowl of water

Drain the apples into a colander.

Mix the apricot preserves and water together in a bowl.

When pastries are thawed, place them flat on a floured surface.

Floured puffed pastry sheets laying flat on a counter

Roll the pastries out with a rolling pin the flatten just a little more.

Rolling puffed pastry sheets with a rolling pin

Cut each pastry into 6 equal slices.

Sliced puffed pastry sheets on a counter

One at a time, spoon apricot preserve mixture onto a slice of pastry.

Spreading preserves on puffed pastry sheets

Place 7-9 apple slices along one half of the pastry slice with the peel side facing out.

Sliced apples on puffed pastry sheets

Fold the pastry in half to cover the apples.

Sliced apples folded into puffed pastry sheet

Starting on one end, roll the pastry and apples to the other end of the pastry.

Rolling sliced apples in a puffed pastry sheet

Sliced apples being rolled in a puffed pastry sheet

Place in a muffin tin.

Uncooked apples rolled in puffed pastries

Continue with the other pieces of pastries until you have 12 apple roses.

Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired.  (I mix 1 TBSP cinnamon to 3TBSP of sugar)

Place a pan of water on the bottom rack of oven so the bottom of pastries do not burn.

Bake at 375 for 40 -45 minutes.

Top with a little powered sugar if desired as well.

ENJOY!!!

 

a tray of apple rose puff pastries

Apple Rose Puffed Pastries

These Apple Rose Puffed Pastries are a simple yet elegant way to serve a unique dessert. Follow this step by step tutorial to make them for your next brunch or Holiday gathering.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 273kcal
Author: Sherri Hagymas

Ingredients

  • 3 apples
  • 2 sheets of puffed pastries thawed
  • 6 Tablespoons of apricot preserves
  • 4 Tablespoons of water
  • juice of 1/2 a lemon or 2 Tablespoons of lemon juice
  • cinnamon
  • sugar

Instructions

  • Remove puffed pastries from freezer and thaw according to package
  • Slice the apples in half from top to bottom
  • Remove the core ends and then scoop out the core in the center
  • Slice the apples into very thin slices
  • Fill a medium sized bowl half full of water
  • Squeeze the lemon juice into the water.
  • Place the sliced apples in the water and microwave for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  • Drain the apples into a colander.
  • When pastries are thawed, place them flat on a floured surface.
  • Roll the pastries out with a rolling pin the flatten just a little more.
  • Cut each pastry into 6 equal slices.
  • One at a time, spoon apricot preserve mixture onto a slice of pastry.
  • Place 7-9 apple slices along one half of the pastry slice with the peel side facing out.
  • Fold the pastry in half to cover the apples.
  • Starting on one end, roll the pastry and apples to the other end of the pastry.
  • Place in a muffin tin.
  • Continue with the other pieces of pastries until you have 12 apple roses.
  • Place a pan of water on the bottom rack of oven so the bottom of pastries do not burn.
  • Bake at 375 for 40 -45 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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  1. Vijaya says

    January 6, 2017 at 6:54 am

    5 stars
    Hi Sherri, I made these lovely apple rose puffed pastries today. They turned out stunning! I clicked a few pics and what a sight they are!

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      January 6, 2017 at 8:39 am

      I am so happy to hear that!! They are one of my favorites to make! Happy New Year!!

      Reply
  2. Making ahead says

    December 13, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Are these able to freeze?

    Reply
  3. Grace says

    August 23, 2016 at 3:32 am

    Hello,
    I tried these today. they look beautiful, but i had one problem, pastry on the outside was cooked, but the middle stayed uncooked. I even tried to put some tin foil over them and kept them in longer, but still no luck. Had to chuck the whole lot out.

    Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      August 23, 2016 at 8:56 am

      Sorry you had that problem. I have never had that happen. 🙁 Puffed pastries is usually easy to work with but that can be a common problem after doing a little research online. Some recommend cooking at a little higher temp for about 10 minutes and then reducing to 350 F.

      I checked Pepperidge Farm website to see if they mentioned it there, https://www.puffpastry.com/tips-and-techniques/, and it could be a few different reasons. Things mentioned: “The kind of pan you use can affect baking times. A nonstick or dark glazed baking sheet may bake faster, so adjust your time and check pastry while baking.” “If you want a flaky thin and crispy pastry that’s not very puffy, prick the unbaked Puff Pastry all over with a fork, which lets steam escape while baking.”

      Reply
      • G says

        October 3, 2017 at 10:41 am

        I had the same problem. They came out beautifully but are a little undone on the inside. Is there any way you recommmend I can salvage them by rebaking ?

        Reply
  4. cherry says

    August 10, 2016 at 7:24 am

    I was wondering if you have made these in a mini muffin tin and, if so, what was the baking time?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      August 10, 2016 at 7:56 am

      I’m sorry, I have not tried that yet. I would guess cook them for 10-15 minutes and then continue to check every few minutes for doneness. 🙂 You would also cut your pastry strips much thinner as well. Let me know how they turn out if you try them !

      Reply
  5. Tamarise says

    June 10, 2016 at 2:43 am

    Hi There, any tips for me for “heating” the apples since I don’t have a microwave?

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      June 10, 2016 at 11:03 am

      I’m sure you could heat them in water on the stovetop as well for a few minutes to soften them.

      Reply
  6. Theresa McGugan says

    April 25, 2016 at 9:04 am

    These are beautiful…I’m going to try this for my tea party this Saturday. Did you use a mini muffin pan or regular size???

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      April 25, 2016 at 9:06 am

      Thank you so much! I use a regular size muffin pan. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Linda says

    April 2, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    3 stars
    The recipe needs some additions such as type of apple to use. Not all apples soften up in the 5 minutes in the microwave–a rounder softer apple such as a Cortland or Macintosh. How thin are the apple slices cut? Also, how wide are the strips of pastry and how thin should it be rolled out? I rolled the pastry out to a 12″ x 12″ square and made 2″ strips and they seemed a bit short. The puff pastry takes a bit longer to thaw than the box instructions.

    Reply
  8. Nene Estrada says

    March 27, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    5 stars
    I love all the recipes specially the rose apples.

    Reply
  9. Tikuli says

    February 2, 2016 at 11:27 am

    5 stars
    Hi Sherri,
    I came across your lovely Apple Roses and tried them at home. I am new to baking with frozen puff pastry sheets but for the first timer my results were good. I have mentioned your blog in my post and wanted to thank you and share the link. https://tikulicious.wordpress.com/2016/02/02/puff-pastry-experiments-baked-apple-roses-strawberry-filled-mini-puffs-and-more/

    Thank you for inspiring. Love and Light, Tikuli

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      February 5, 2016 at 8:27 am

      Beautiful! They look great! I’m so glad you to hear you liked them 🙂

      Reply
  10. LoraineMac says

    February 1, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    5 stars
    We have just really enjoyed making these beautiful Apple Roses ! Amazing well worth all the preparation for a super dessert.
    They not only look great but so tasty with the thin layers of apple and pastry.

    Great compliments Q

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      February 5, 2016 at 8:28 am

      I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Joan says

    January 26, 2016 at 6:15 pm

    Does the oven need to be preheated?

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      January 27, 2016 at 10:13 am

      Yes it does 🙂

      Reply
  12. Diana Vierra says

    January 3, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    5 stars
    I saw this recipe on Facebook as well a few months ago. But your directions were by far better! I made it from the Facebook directions originally…not realizing that no matter how thin you slice the apple, you still have to get them softened (did they leave that part out in the Facebook recipe?) before you roll them! I’m going to try them again…your way! Thank you, Sherri, for making it so easy for us!

    Reply
  13. Renee Aubuchon says

    December 31, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    4 stars
    I made these and we really like them. We noticed that the apples were well done and the dough on the sides was golden brown and done, but where the dough was wrapped inside with the apples it was soft. It would have been great if that dough could have been firmer. A longer cooking time would have burnt the apples. (40 minutes).

    Reply
  14. Calesse Cardosi says

    December 12, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much! I made these today for my book club. We were having a tea, so it was perfect. Everyone really loved them and they were so impressed! I’m definitely sharing this recipe and I plan on making thse again. I’ve never used puff pastry before, but it seems like it has lots of potential and can be very verssatile. You could probably do this with other fruits or even maybe a savory version of this with vegetables.

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      December 12, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      I’m so, so glad to hear they were a hit! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Kathee says

    December 7, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I was wondering if you think these can be prepared in advance and then frozen, or better to bake them and reheat?
    Also should they be placed on the middle rack to bake?
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      December 7, 2015 at 8:59 pm

      I think it would be best to bake them first and then warm them again prior to serving. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Mary Skip McDonald says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:28 pm

    They are beautiful, taste delightful and are easy to make! I am not a baker, so I would like to know if you can prepare in advance, refrigerate ( not freeze )and bake to serve hot

    Reply
  17. Cathy Jarolin says

    October 18, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    What a Beautiful Recipe you shared with us! The Apple Roses are so Pretty almost hate to eat them! Lol! They also sound delicious!! I pinned the recipe to my Board. I desperately want to try Making these. Just not too sure if mine will turn out looking like roses! The step by step illustrations will make it easier! I will let you know how I did! Thankyou for Sharing this Beautiful Recipe~

    Reply
  18. jacquie says

    October 10, 2015 at 10:40 pm

    sherri how long do they last hopping to make them as a wedding favour a day or two in advance

    Reply
  19. linda says

    August 24, 2015 at 5:18 am

    Apply roses can these be made and then frozen before cooking if so do you cook from frozen

    Reply
  20. Jann Olson says

    June 16, 2015 at 12:43 am

    These are gorgeous! Someone else shared them at SYC a while back and I featured her. Otherwise I would be featuring you! lol! Haven’t tried them yet, but want to. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
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