Easy Apple Pie Parcels
Delight in these comforting Easy Apple Pie Parcels, featuring tender apple slices enveloped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for snacks, desserts, or breakfast treats.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 16 pieces Choose varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor.
- 2.5 tablespoons superfine sugar, plus a little extra for the top Can adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 teaspoon water Used to help soften apples.
Pastry
- 1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry, about 375 g (13 oz) One sheet is enough for this recipe.
- 1 beaten egg optional, for brushing Creates a golden sheen on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) / 400°F / Gas, 6.
- Add the apple slices and water to a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the apple softens.
- Remove from the heat, stir in the sugar, and let the mixture cool.
- Lay the puff pastry on a flat surface and cut it into 6 equal rectangles or squares.
Assembly
- Lightly brush the edges of 3 pieces of pastry with water.
- Divide the cooled apple mixture among the 3 pieces, placing it in the center of each.
- Cover each with the remaining pastry pieces and press the edges closed with a fork.
- Cut 3 small slits in the top of each parcel. Brush with beaten egg if using, then sprinkle with sugar.
Baking
- Place parcels on a nonstick baking tray or a tray lined with baking paper.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden. Cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These parcels are versatile and can be served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.