These apple Cheddar twists come just in time for apple season, and the beginning of party season, and honestly, it’s always cheese season. The filling tastes like apple pie, Cheddar and apple pie are a match made in heaven, and the flavor is delivered in a crispy, buttery crust.
Apple Cheddar Twists
These apple Cheddar twists come just in time for apple season, and the beginning of party season, and honestly, it’s always cheese season. The filling tastes like apple pie, Cheddar and apple pie are a match made in heaven, and the flavor is delivered in a crispy, buttery crust.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 14 ounce package puff pastry (such as Dufour®)
- 6 ounces extra sharp Cheddar cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon sea salt optional
Instructions
- Grate apples into a bowl and toss with lemon juice.
- Add butter and brown sugar to a pan over medium-high heat. As butter melts, give the mixture a stir and add the apple.
- Cook, stirring, until apples are as browned as you like and most of the liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate, and let cool, then refrigerate until very cold, about 20 minutes.
- Separate puff pastry, without thawing, along the seams to get 4 equally sized rectangles. Top 2 rectangles with chilled apple mixture, and spread evenly to the edges.
- Top each rectangle evenly with about 2 ounces grated Cheddar, saving about 2 ounces for the tops. Align remaining 2 rectangles on top and flatten with your hand. Freeze for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment.
- Cut each rectangle into 6 pieces. As soon as they are flexible enough to work with, start in the center, twist each strip a few times, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Top with remaining grated cheese, and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and puffy, 25 to 30 minutes.
