Apple Puffs with Meringue Recipe

Name: Apple Puffs with Meringue
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds sweet, tart apples, such as cameo and braeburn, chopped small; 4 tablespoons honey; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped small; All-purpose flour, for dusting; One 14-ounce package puff pastry, defrosted; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 3 egg whites, at room temperature

Servings: persons

2 pounds sweet, tart apples, such as cameo and braeburn, chopped small
4 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped small
All-purpose flour, for dusting
One 14-ounce package puff pastry, defrosted
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 egg whites, at room temperature

1
Special equipment: mini muffin tin, kitchen torch
2
For the apple puffs: Place the apples in a medium pot with 1/2 cup water, the honey, butter, lemon juice and cinnamon.
3
Stir and cook over medium heat until the apples soften, 10 to 15 minutes.
4
Remove from the heat and stir in the walnuts.
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Set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place a rack close to the center of the oven.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thick and cut the pastry into 3-by-3-inch squares.
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Press the squares into the wells of a mini muffin tin and poke the bottoms with a fork to dock.
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Place a heaping tablespoon of the apple mixture in the center.
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Repeat for the remaining pieces of pastry and apple filling.
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Bake until the pastries are puffed and golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
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Transfer the apple puffs to a wire rack to cool while you make the meringue.
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For the meringue: In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the sugar, lemon juice and egg whites on medium speed until the meringue is glossy, smooth and holds a stiff peak.
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Dollop a tablespoon of the meringue on top of each puff and use a kitchen torch to brown the outside.
15
Alternatively, place the puffs on a baking sheet and broil until the meringue is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Serve at room temperature.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds sweet, tart apples, such as cameo and braeburn, chopped small, 4 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Apple Puffs with Meringue falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Apple Puffs with Meringue

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Variations & substitutions

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