Dutch 'Appelflappen'

A deliciously comforting pastry, give 'Appelflappen' a try. These delightful Appelflappen will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you enjoy them as a breakfast treat, a dessert, or a quick snack, they are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get baking! 

On my Pinterest account, you can find a video of me making the Appelflappen. Feel free to check it out for a step-by-step visual guide on how to create these delightful Appelflappen. Happy baking!

Ingredients

• Puff pastry dough, 10 sheets 10x10cm (approximately 4x4 inches) each
• 2 Apples (diced) 
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• Cinnamon to taste
• Pinch of salt
• Sugar for topping, such as pearl sugar

Instructions 

• Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
• In a bowl, combine the diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until the apples are coated in the sugar-cinnamon mixture. Alternatively, you can peel the apples and sprinkle them with some lemon juice before mixing them with sugar and cinnamon. This will help prevent browning and add a hint of citrus flavor to the filling.
• In order to create a fun and decorative effect on the puff pastry, you can make some cuts or lines on the dough before baking. This will not only give the appelflappen a unique look but also allow steam to escape during baking, preventing the pastry from puffing up too much.
• Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each pastry square.
• Fold one corner of the pastry over the apple filling to form a triangle.
• Use a fork to press and seal the edges of the pastry triangle.
• Transfer the appelflappen to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Enjoy your homemade appelflappen! They are delicious served warm with a cup of coffee or tea.