Apple Ring-Arounds Recipe
Flaky puff pastry-wrapped apple rings coated with cinnamon sugar, baked until golden, and finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
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Servings: 12 pieces
Ingredients
Apple Ring-Arounds
- 1 pound Honeycrisp apples sliced
- 1 package puff pastry 2 sheets
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ c granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Glaze
- 1 tsp milk
- ⅓ c powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Cinnamon Sugar
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Apples
- Slice the apples vertically into ½-inch-thick slices.
- Carefully remove the core from the center of each slice to create apple rings.
Step 3: Prepare the Puff Pastry
- Cut the puff pastry sheets into 1-inch-wide strips.
- Keep the pastry chilled while working to help maintain its structure.
Step 4: Coat the Apple Rings
- Coat each apple slice evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Ensure both sides of each apple ring are lightly covered.
Step 5: Wrap the Apple Rings
- Wrap one puff pastry strip through the center of each apple ring and around the outside edge.
- Continue wrapping until the apple slice is mostly covered.
- Use additional pastry strips as needed for larger apple slices.
Step 6: Arrange and Brush
- Place the wrapped apple rings on the prepared baking sheet.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl to create an egg wash.
- Brush each pastry lightly with the egg wash.
- Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar over the tops.
Step 7: Bake
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown, puffed, and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pastries to cool slightly.
Step 8: Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and milk.
- Stir until smooth.
- Adjust the consistency, if needed, by adding a small amount of milk for a thinner glaze or additional powdered sugar for a thicker glaze.
Step 9: Glaze and Serve
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled apple ring-arounds.
- Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To make this Apple Ring-Arounds Recipe gluten-free, use certified gluten-free puff pastry in place of regular puff pastry. Confirm that the powdered sugar, cinnamon, granulated sugar, milk, and egg are gluten-free and free from cross-contamination. Use a clean baking sheet, parchment paper, knife, cutting board, and prep surface to avoid contact with gluten-containing ingredients. If using store-bought gluten-free puff pastry, follow the package thawing and baking directions, as texture and baking times may vary.