Delightful Quick Apple Cinnamon Buns Recipe
These Delightful Quick Apple Cinnamon Buns are a scrumptious treat combining tender diced Pirus apples with warm cinnamon and demerara sugar, all encased in flaky, buttery puff pastry. Perfectly spiced and subtly sweetened with floral acacia honey, these buns are ideal for breakfast, tea time, or a cozy dessert any time of day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 buns 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 4 Pirus apples, diced
- 5 tablespoons Demerara cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Corn starch (slightly less)
- Honey (Floral acacia, to taste)
Dough & Finishing
- 500g Puff pastry (yeast-based, butter-infused)
- 1 Egg yolk (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a saucepan, combine the diced Pirus apples, Demerara cane sugar, and ground cinnamon. Gently simmer the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the apples soften slightly. Next, mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry, then add this to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens into a luscious apple filling.
- Form the Buns: Roll out the puff pastry slightly on a floured surface and cut into circles of uniform size. Place a spoonful of the warm apple mixture onto one pastry circle, then cover it with another circle. Seal the edges carefully first with your fingers, then press with a fork to ensure they are tightly closed. Optionally, create small vent cuts on the top of each bun to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 175°C if using a convection setting, or 180°C for a conventional oven. Brush each bun with the beaten egg yolk for a glossy golden finish and sprinkle with a little additional sugar. Arrange the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the puff pastry has puffed up beautifully and turned a rich golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. They are best enjoyed warm, optionally drizzled with floral acacia honey to add a fragrant floral sweetness to each bite.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, firm Pirus apples to maintain texture in the filling.
- If you prefer a less sweet filling, adjust the amount of Demerara sugar and honey to taste.
- Make sure to seal the buns well to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- You can substitute puff pastry with homemade dough if desired, but puff pastry offers the characteristic flaky texture.
- Store leftover buns in an airtight container; reheat gently before serving to restore flakiness and warmth.
Keywords: Apple cinnamon buns, puff pastry dessert, quick apple pastry, cinnamon sweet treat, breakfast buns
