Description
These delightful Apple Cheddar Bundles combine the sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with the savory sharpness of cheddar cheese, all encased in flaky puff pastry and drizzled with honey. A perfect blend of sweet and savory, ideal for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples (about 1 1/4 lb.), cored, sliced 1/8″ thick
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 6 Tbsp. honey, divided
- 1 (17.3-oz.) frozen package puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 8-oz. block sharp cheddar, grated
- 1 1/2 tsp. flaky sea salt
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted pecans
- 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss apples, lemon zest, and 4 tablespoons honey.
- Cut each pastry sheet into 4 (4.5″ x 4.5″) squares for a total of 8.
- In a small bowl, whisk egg with a splash of water (egg wash).
- Brush outer edges of pastry with egg wash.
- Rotate pastry squares so a corner faces you.
- Place 1 tablespoon grated cheese on the bottom.
- Top with 10 to 11 apple slices.
- Place 1 tablespoon grated cheese on each side of apple slices.
- Fold left side over top and lightly press to seal.
- Fold right side over top and press to seal.
- Brush tops and sides of pastry with egg wash; sprinkle with sea salt.
- Arrange 4 pastries on each prepared tray.
- Bake puffs, rotating trays halfway through, until pastry is puffed up and golden brown around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Let cool 5 minutes.
- Arrange on a platter. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons honey.
- Top with pecans and thyme.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold for best results when working with it.
- Adjust the amount of honey and cheddar to your preference.
- For a spicier kick, you could add a pinch of cinnamon to the apple mixture.