🍏 10-Minute Apple Puff Pastry Rolls – Easy, Sweet & Flaky!

Got puff pastry and a few apples? Then you’re already halfway to making one of the easiest and most satisfying desserts ever! These apple puff pastry rolls come together in minutes and bake up into golden, flaky swirls packed with sweet cinnamon-apple goodness.

Whether you’re a beginner in the kitchen or just in need of a no-fuss treat, this recipe is a go-to. You don’t need any special tools — just roll, fill, slice, and bake. They taste just like mini apple strudels but take a fraction of the time!

🛒 Ingredients

• 500g puff pastry (ready-rolled or block, thawed if frozen)
• 3 medium apples, peeled and grated
• 50g granulated sugar
• 5g ground cinnamon (about 1 tsp)
• 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Grate the Apples

Start by peeling the apples and grating them into a bowl using the coarse side of a box grater. This ensures the apples cook down perfectly inside the pastry without becoming soggy.

2️⃣ Mix the Filling

Add 50g sugar and 5g cinnamon to the grated apples. Stir well to coat every shred with sweet, warm spice. Let the mixture rest a few minutes to release a bit of juice — that’s flavor!

3️⃣ Roll Out the Puff Pastry

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle — aim for about 0.5 cm thickness if it’s not pre-rolled. Try to keep the shape even to help with rolling later.

4️⃣ Fill and Roll

Spread the apple mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving about 1 cm around the edges to prevent overflow.
Starting from one of the long edges, gently roll the pastry into a log — not too tight, not too loose.

5️⃣ Slice Into Rolls

Using a sharp knife, slice the log into pieces about 2 cm thick.
You should get around 10–12 rolls depending on how long your pastry sheet is.

6️⃣ Prepare for Baking

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the rolls cut-side up on the tray, leaving space between each one to allow for rising and puffing.

7️⃣ Egg Wash and Bake

Brush the tops of each roll with beaten egg — this gives them that irresistible golden shine.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until puffed and beautifully golden brown.

8️⃣ Cool & Serve

Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the tray.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature — they’re amazing either way!

🍯 Optional Add-Ons

• Dust with powdered sugar for a pretty finish
• Add a drizzle of icing glaze (just mix powdered sugar with a little milk)
• Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a cozy dessert
• Add raisins or crushed nuts to the filling for extra texture

💡 Why You’ll Love These Rolls

✅ Just 5 ingredients
✅ Quick and beginner-friendly
✅ No fancy tools or mixers needed
✅ Taste like apple strudel in half the time
✅ Great for brunch, snacks, dessert, or holidays!

These apple puff pastry rolls are proof that simple ingredients can make something truly delicious. Keep some puff pastry in the freezer and you’ll always have a go-to treat ready to impress!