Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (16.3 oz) package puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 5-6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten
Preparation Time:
1 hour
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a 12x15-inch rectangle.
- In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the rolled-out pastry. Top with the sliced apples.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the apples.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
- Roll up the pastry tightly, starting from one of the long sides. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Place the pastry roll on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the top of the pastry with the remaining beaten egg.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
* Calories: 350
* Fat: 15g
* Carbohydrates: 30g
* Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery pastry
- Sweet and tangy apple filling
- Warm and comforting dessert
User Comments:
- "These apple bars were a hit at our party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them."
- "The cinnamon sugar topping is the perfect balance to the tart apples."
- "I added a dollop of whipped cream on top and it was amazing!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure the puff pastry is thawed to room temperature before rolling out.
- If the apples release too much liquid during baking, drain it off before slicing and serving.
- Let the pastry bars cool slightly before slicing to prevent them from falling apart.
