Apple Purses Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized apples, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 package puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix together apples, brown sugar, raisins, walnuts, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into 4 squares.
4. Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each square. Pull the corners of the pastry up over the apple mixture and pinch the edges together, forming a purse shape.
5. Place the apple purses on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush each purse with beaten egg.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Verdict

Apple purses are a delicious and unique dessert that are perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying as a sweet treat. The combination of tender baked apples and flaky puff pastry creates a texture of buttery goodness that’s hard to resist. Your taste buds will love the flavorful filling of raisins, nuts, and spices that round out the dish.

Serving Suggestions

For a fancy presentation, dust the tops of the apple purses with powdered sugar before serving. You can also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream or caramel sauce to make them even more indulgent. These bite-sized pastries are great for parties or potlucks and can be made ahead of time, stored in the refrigerator and then reheated in the oven.