Puff Pastry Apple Tarts

I made these for my boyfriend’s family’s Thanksgiving and they were a hit! If you love apples but are looking for something a bit different from your classic apple pie, try this recipe. Especially with this busyness around Thanksgiving, this recipe is super simple and looks like you spent forever baking it!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets frozen puff pastry

• 4 small Granny Smith apples

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 1/4 cup light brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• 3/4 cup applesauce

• 1 large egg yolk

Instructions:

• Remove the puff pastry sheets from the freezer and leave to thaw for 5-10 minutes, or until soft.

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking trays with parchment paper.

• Cut each puff pastry sheet into four equal squares, and fold about 1 cm of all four sides to create an edge. Gently press with your finger or a fork on each folded edge, and prick the bottom of the pastries using a fork.

• Place the pastry squares on the baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until slightly puffed and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.

• While the pastries are in the oven, prepare the rest of your ingredients. Peel, core, and thinly slice each apple. Set aside.

• Mix the melted butter with the light brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

• Spread equal parts of applesauce in the center of each pastry, then top it with the thinly sliced apples. Brush the butter, sugar, and cinnamon mixture over the slices.

• Crack an egg, whisk only the egg yolk in a separate bowl, and brush it over the edges of the pastries for a golden finish using a silicone brush. Be careful not to brush too much egg wash on the pastry, as you risk uneven shine and browning.

• Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are puffed and golden, and the apples are slightly soft.

• Allow to cool before serving!

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