Puff braid with caramelized apples

Cookinero 10 November 2022

I love puff pastry so much! It turns out incredibly tasty, fragrant and airy! And caramelized apples, in my opinion, are the perfect filling for such a simple yet surprisingly tasty tea dessert.

How to cook Puff braid with caramelized apples

Step 1

Lay out the dough ahead of time. I post it as soon as I start preparing the filling - it thaws normally in 15-20 minutes. We heat the oven to 180 degrees.

Step 2

Wash apples, peel and core. Cut each apple into small slices.

Step 3

Melt butter in a saucepan, add apples, sugar and cinnamon. Stir, close the lid and simmer over medium heat for 7-10 minutes. The apples should release juice.

Step 4

After the specified time, remove the lid, turn the fire to maximum and fry the apples until all the moisture has evaporated and caramelized. Be sure to stir so as not to burn, but do it carefully so that the filling does not turn into porridge.

Step 5

The dough has defrosted. My package of puff pastry consists of two layers. We roll each layer IN ONE DIRECTION (this is important!) To a thickness of about 3 mm - a rectangle should be obtained.

Step 6

Puff braid with caramelized apples

Lay half of the apple filling lengthwise in the center of the rectangle.

Step 7

Puff braid with caramelized apples

We cut the edges of the dough with a knife or a special roller into strips 1.5-2 cm wide and braid the pigtail.

Step 8

We do the same with the second layer of dough.

Step 9

We put the braids in a preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool the finished braids a little, sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve.

Puff braid with caramelized apples - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, pears or peaches work well as substitutes. Just ensure they are firm enough to hold their shape during caramelization.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
Yes, use plant-based puff pastry and replace butter with coconut oil or vegan butter for caramelizing the apples.
Yes, assemble the braid, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if chilled.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 5-10 minutes. Avoid microwaving, as it will make the pastry soggy.
Yes, freeze after cooling completely. Wrap tightly in foil and store for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven straight from frozen.
Reduce the sugar in the filling by half or use a sugar substitute like erythritol. The apples will still caramelize naturally.
Pair with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Ensure the dough is fully thawed but still cold. Roll gently in one direction and avoid overworking it.
Absolutely! Divide the dough and filling into smaller portions before braiding. Adjust baking time to 15-20 minutes.

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