Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Easy Caramel Apple Pinwheels. This simple yet impressive dessert features thinly sliced apples tossed in cinnamon and sugar, all wrapped in buttery, flaky puff pastry. Baked until golden brown and drizzled with rich caramel sauce, these pinwheels are perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. With minimal prep time and a delightful presentation, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them warm for the best experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, and cinnamon; toss to coat.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface or its parchment paper and brush with melted butter.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one long edge.
- Roll the pastry tightly from the opposite edge to form a log; seal the seam.
- Slice the log into 1-inch thick pieces and place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and puffed; cool slightly after baking.
- Transfer to a platter and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (49g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 112mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg