Apple Puff Pastry and Jam

Apple puff pastry and jam is a simple and very tasty dessert. Here is the recipe to prepare this sweet treat.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry (ready-made)
• 2-3 apples (Golden or Renetta)
• 4 tablespoons of jam (apricot or the flavor you prefer)
• Brown or granulated sugar to taste
• Lemon juice
• 1 egg yolk (for glazing)
• Butter as needed (to grease the pan)
• Powdered sugar (for garnishing, optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C (392 °F) and grease a baking pan with a bit of butter.
2. Roll out the puff pastry on the baking pan, helping yourself with the parchment paper that usually accompanies it.
3. In a bowl, peel and cut the apples into thin slices, then place them in water with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
4. Brush the puff pastry evenly with the chosen jam.
5. Drain the apples and arrange them neatly on the puff pastry, slightly overlapping.
6. Sprinkle with brown (or granulated) sugar to add extra crunchiness and sweetness.
7. Finally, lightly beat the egg yolk and brush it on the edges of the puff pastry.
8. Bake in the preheated oven and cook for about 20-25 minutes until it becomes golden and crispy.
9. Take the apple puff pastry out of the oven and let it cool down a bit, then if you like, you can sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Fun Facts

This recipe is inspired by the tradition of rustic desserts, where the simplicity of the ingredients meets the pleasure of seasonal fruit. It is an expression of comfort food that can be adapted to various times of the day, from brunch to snack time to dessert after dinner. You can play with different types of jam to enhance the taste of the apples according to your personal preferences!

Enjoy your meal!