Mini Apple Rose Tarts – Southern Living Magazine

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These Mini Apple Rose Tarts look fancy enough for a magazine cover but come together with simple, cozy Southern flavors. Thin apple slices are rolled into gorgeous little “roses,” tucked into a crunchy pastry shell, and baked until tender, golden, and lightly caramelized.

Inside that crisp shell is a warm, sweet apple filling kissed with apple pie spice — the kind of aroma that makes the whole kitchen smell like fall. They’re adorable, delicious, and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.

Perfect for holidays, brunch, showers, or when you just want a dessert that makes people say “Oh my goodness, how cute!”

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Mini Apple Rose Tarts – Southern Living Magazine

Recipe by My Southern Spoon (MySouthernSpoon.com)
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Mini apple rose tarts are a favorite dessert could be served for special occasion or holiday. Delicate apple slices and buttery puff pastry come together to create elegant rose-shaped pastries with a hint of apple pie spice. This Southern Living-inspired treat is perfect for brunch, holidays, or a special dessert.

Course: DessertCuisine: SouthernDifficulty: Medium
Servings: 6

6

servings
Prep time

25

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Calories

212

kcal
Total time

50

minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 large Honey crisp apples

  • 1 box frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed

  • 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 teaspoons apple pie spice, plus extra for sprinkling

Directions

  • Prepare the apples
    Core the apples and slice them very thinly into half-moon shapes.
    Bring a pot of water to a boil.
    Add the apple slices and boil for 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft and bendable.
    Drain and spread the slices on paper towels. Allow them to dry completely.
  • Prepare the pastry
    Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle approximately 10 x 14 inches.
    Cut the pastry lengthwise into 6 equal strips.
  • Assemble the apple roses
    Arrange the apple slices along one long edge of each pastry strip, placing them end to end and allowing the rounded tops of the apples to extend above the dough.
    Roll each strip tightly from one end to the other to form a rose shape.
    Pinch the end of the dough to seal.
  • Make the syrup
    In a saucepan, combine the ½ cup water and 1⅓ cups sugar.
    Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes without stirring.
    Remove from heat and whisk in the butter and 2 teaspoons apple pie spice until smooth.
  • Prepare the muffin pan
    Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
    Grease a 6-cup muffin pan well.
    Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of the syrup mixture into each muffin cup.
  • Bake
    Sprinkle the apple roses lightly with additional apple pie spice.
    Place each rose upside down into the prepared muffin pan.
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve
    Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing.
    Serve warm or at room temperature.
    Tip: Brush the tops of the baked apple roses with any remaining syrup for an extra glossy finish. 🍎🌹

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