When do you have dessert? Every day? Only on special occasions? Well, this dessert is super easy and quick to make. If you didn't know by now, I am a fan of apple pie - any form of apple pie. And this Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe is no different. I was trying various puff pastries recently for an upcoming bridal shower. I am helping them with desserts and accidently purchased these shells. It was a happy accident, though, since I never tried them before. And figured, what the heck, I should try them now. See how I turned these puff pastry shells into something delicious.
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- Key Takeaways
- Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Simple Ingredients:
- Easy-to-Make Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Instructions:
- Other filling options to add inside the Puff Pastry Recipe.
- Other Gluten Free options
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- FAQ for making this Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe
- Quick & Easy Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Card
Key Takeaways
- The Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe is easy and quick to make, perfect for any occasion.
- Key (affiliate) ingredients include Lucky Leaf Apple Pie filling, Puff Pastry Shells, whipped cream, and cinnamon (affiliate).
- Follow these simple steps: bake the shells, fill with apple pie filling, add cream, and sprinkle with cinnamon (affiliate) if desired.
- You can also use other fillings, such as cherry, strawberry, or gluten-free options.
- Enjoy it warm for a delightful dessert experience, similar to an open-faced apple pie.
Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Simple Ingredients:
1 Lucky Leaf Apple Pie filling can
1 package of Puff Pastry Shells (Pepperidge Farm)
Whip cream (fresh or canned)
a sprinkle of cinnamon (affiliate)
Easy-to-Make Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Instructions:
- Bake the Puff Pastry Shells according to the packaging. I used the Pepperidge Farms brand.
- Let it cool a bit, and remove the center part; it will separate from the sides and will come out easily.
- Add 1 tablespoon of the filling or so to fill the inside of the shell (affiliate).
- Add a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon (affiliate) if you want.
Other filling options to add inside the Puff Pastry Recipe.
If you are sick of apple pie filling, there is a variety of other options to add to the inside of the puff pastry recipe. Below is a list of filing options. These are all links from Amazon (affiliate). If you click through and buy something on Amazon (affiliate), I will receive a small commission. Happy baking!
- Cherry filling
- strawberry filling
- blackberry filling
- Raspberry filling
- Apricot filling
- blueberry filling
- key lime pie filling
Other Gluten Free options
Did you know that you can also buy gluten-free puff pastries? I just found them myself and had to try one. Feel free to check out this Schar Puff Pastry brand I found on Amazon (affiliate) (affiliate). It is also available at Whole Foods.
Reveal
Does it look yummy? It was devoured in our home within a matter of a few minutes. Enjoying it a little warm is like eating an open-faced apple pie. Yum. I hope you try it and share it with your friends.
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FAQ for making this Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe
Absolutely! Homemade apple pie filling works wonderfully in this recipe and lets you control the sweetness and spice. Just make sure your filling is fully cooled before spooning it into the baked shells so the puff pastry stays crisp. About 1 tablespoon per shell is plenty.
Fill the shells just before serving - not in advance. The apple pie filling adds moisture, and sitting too long will soften the pastry. If you're prepping for a party, bake the shells earlier in the day, store them at room temperature in an airtight container, and add filling and whipped cream right before guests arrive.
Yes, with a little planning. Bake the puff pastry shells up to 1 day ahead and store them covered at room temperature. Keep the apple pie filling refrigerated separately. Assemble within 30 minutes of serving for the best texture and presentation.
Leftovers are best eaten the same day, but if you have extras, store them loosely covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The shells will soften, so for a quick refresh, pop unfilled leftover shells into a 350°F oven for 3-5 minutes to crisp them back up before refilling.
This recipe is endlessly customizable! Try a drizzle of caramel sauce, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a small dollop of mascarpone. For a fall twist, add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice along with the cinnamon.
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Quick & Easy Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Card
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6
Description
Quick & Easy Apple Pie Puff Pastry that you can make for your next party or just for a treat.
Ingredients
- 1 Apple Pie filling can
- 1 package of Puff Pastry Shells (Pepperidge Farm)
- Whip cream (fresh or can)
- a sprinkle of cinnamon (affiliate)
Instructions
- Bake the Puff Pastry Shells according to the packaging. I used Pepperidge Farms brand.
- Let cool a bit, remove the center part, It will separate from the sides and will come out easily.
- Add 1 tablespoon of the filling or so to fill the inside of the shell (affiliate).
- Add a dollop of whip cream on top.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon (affiliate) if you want.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shell (affiliate)
- Calories: 182.85 kcal
- Sugar: 0.05 g
- Sodium: 191.44 mg
- Fat: 10.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20.41 g
- Fiber: 0.44 g
- Protein: 1.59 g
- Cholesterol: 2.05 mg
Please note these are affiliate links through Amazon (affiliate) and at no additional cost to you, I will earn affiliate fees if you decide to make a purchase.
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