Caramel Apple Puff Pastry with Warm Caramel Drizzle

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface just enough to smooth the seams. Cut into equal rectangles or squares.
3. Score the Border: Using a sharp knife, lightly score a border around each pastry piece, about ½ inch from the edge, being careful not to cut all the way through. This helps the edges puff while keeping the center flat.
4. Egg Wash: Whisk the egg with the water to create an egg wash. Brush it along the scored edges of each pastry, then sprinkle lightly with granulated sugar for added crispness and shine.

Assemble and Bake

1. Fill: Spoon the cooled caramel apple filling into the center of each pastry, staying within the scored border.
2. Bake: Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, deeply golden, and crisp.

Drizzle and Serve

1. Finish: Remove the pastries from the oven and immediately drizzle warm caramel sauce over the tops.
2. Serve: Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Serving & Storage

These caramel apple puff pastries are best enjoyed fresh from the oven, when the pastry is crisp and the filling is warm. If needed, leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated briefly in the oven to restore crispness.

Buttery, flaky, and filled with cozy caramel-apple goodness, these Caramel Apple Puff Pastries are an easy dessert that feels indulgent and unforgettable.