It’s that time of year again when the leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and my kids are begging for all things apple and cinnamon. But let’s be real – between volleyball games, homework help, and trying to keep the house from looking like a tornado hit it, who has time for complicated baking? Enter this easy and delicious recipe for Apple Donuts with Puff Pastry.
These little circles of joy are so easy to make, even my 5-year-olds can help. And the best part? They’re a hit with everyone from my picky kindergartener to my too-cool-for-everything teenager.
The Easy Recipe
Here’s what you need:
- Apples (any kind will do, but we love Honeycrisp or Red Delicious)
- Puff pastry (store-bought, because we’re going for easy with this recipe)
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl
- Caramel sauce (again, store-bought is fine)
Now, here’s the fun part:
- Slice those apples and core them. Pro tip: If you don’t have an apple corer, just cut them into rings and use a small cookie cutter for the center. Voila! Apple donuts.
- Dip the sliced and cored apples into the cinnamon sugar mixture. And by dip, I mean let your kids go to town. It’s impossible to have too much, right?
- Cut your puff pastry dough into strips. No need for perfection here – we’re going for “rustic charm.”
- Wrap those strips around the apple slices, threading them through the hole in the center. It’s a little time consuming but worth the effort.
- Do a second dusting on the outside of the pastry with the cinnamon sugar before baking
- Bake according to the pastry package instructions. This is your chance to sit down for approximately 15 minutes. Enjoy the silence!
- Once they’re golden and puffy, sprinkle on more cinnamon sugar (because why not?) and drizzle with caramel.
And there you have it – Apple Donuts that’ll make you look like a baking genius with minimal effort!
Watch me make them here
The Verdict
One of my 5-year-olds declared these “the bestest donuts ever” (high praise indeed). So next time you need a quick fall treat that’ll impress the kids (and the neighbors), give these Apple Donuts a try. They’re perfect for after-school snacks, weekend brunches, or those nights when you’re craving something light but sweet.
Happy fall, y’all!
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