Caramel-Apple Napoleons

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Caramel-Apple Napoleons
45 min.
9
535kcal

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Indulge in the delightful layers of our Caramel-Apple Napoleons, a vegetarian treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of caramel with the tartness of apples. This elegant dessert is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a special family dinner. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can impress your guests with a dish that looks like it came straight from a gourmet kitchen.

The star of this recipe is the STOUFFER'S Escalloped Apples, which provide a rich, comforting flavor that pairs beautifully with the flaky puff pastry. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures, from the crispiness of the pastry to the creamy caramel sauce and the crunch of toasted pecans. The addition of lemon juice adds a refreshing zing that elevates the overall taste experience.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a decadent dessert, these Caramel-Apple Napoleons are sure to be a hit. With 9 servings, there's plenty to go around, making it perfect for sharing. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 24 ounce stouffer's escalloped apples 
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 17.3 ounce puff pastry sheets frozen thawed
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Unfold 1 pastry sheet, and cut into 9 (3 1/3-inch) squares.
  2. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 400 for 10 to 13 minutes; set aside.
  4. Thaw escalloped apples in microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) for 6 to 7 minutes.
  5. Let stand 2 minutes. Set aside.
  6. Heat whipping cream in a medium saucepan over low heat; remove cream from heat.
  7. Cook sugar, 1/4 cup water, and lemon juice over medium heat, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes or until mixture turns an amber color. Gradually pour sugar mixture into whipping cream, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes.
  8. Split each pastry square horizon-tally in half.
  9. Layer bottom halves evenly with 2 tablespoons escalloped apples. Spoon half of caramel sauce evenly over halves, and sprinkle evenly with half of pecans. Repeat procedure.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories535kcal
Protein3.79%
Fat53.62%
Carbs42.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.68
Glycemic Load
31.55
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.8891303772512%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.51mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.2mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
5.72mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Quercetin
3.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:535.28kcal
26.76%
Fat:32.63g
50.2%
Saturated Fat:11.53g
72.07%
Carbohydrates:58.3g
19.43%
Net Carbohydrates:55.38g
20.14%
Sugar:31.36g
34.84%
Cholesterol:29.88mg
9.96%
Sodium:143.75mg
6.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.19g
10.39%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.46%
Selenium:14.19µg
20.27%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.97%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.61%
Vitamin B3:2.39mg
11.93%
Fiber:2.92g
11.69%
Folate:46.54µg
11.64%
Vitamin K:11.36µg
10.82%
Iron:1.6mg
8.87%
Vitamin A:431.85IU
8.64%
Phosphorus:64.71mg
6.47%
Copper:0.12mg
6.22%
Vitamin C:3.99mg
4.84%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.78%
Magnesium:18.1mg
4.53%
Potassium:152.87mg
4.37%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.48%
Calcium:30.01mg
3%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.92%
Vitamin D:0.42µg
2.82%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.41%
Source:My Recipes