These Apple Rings with Cream Cheese Dough <\/strong>are a fun way to enjoy fresh apples during fall. Apple slices are wrapped in a tender, buttery cream cheese pastry, brushed with egg wash, and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar before baking until golden. The apples become soft as they bake, while the pastry turns lightly crisp on the outside and tender inside.<\/p>\n These baked apple rings are easy to prepare <\/strong>with simple ingredients and make a lovely dessert, afternoon snack, or sweet treat<\/strong> to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. Serve them warm, on their own or with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra special touch.<\/p>\n 1. Make the cream cheese dough.<\/strong><\/p>\n In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold cream cheese and work it into the flour until crumbly. Add the cold butter and rub it in gently, leaving some small pieces visible. Gradually add cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Shape into two rectangular pieces, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.<\/p>\n 2. Prepare the apples.<\/strong><\/p>\n Wash the apples and peel them if desired. Slice the apples crosswise into rings about 8\u201310 mm thick. Brush the rings with lemon juice. Remove the cores. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on both sides of the apple rings.<\/p>\n 3. Roll and cut the dough.<\/strong><\/p>\n On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a rectangle about \u215b inch (3mm) thick. Cut into strips approximately 1\/2 inch (1\u20131.5 cm) wide.<\/p>\n 4. Wrap the apple rings.<\/strong><\/p>\n Wrap the pastry strips around each apple ring, overlapping the edges slightly. Press the ends gently to seal. Arrange the rings on a parchment-lined baking sheet.<\/p>\n 5. Brush and sprinkle.<\/strong><\/p>\n Brush the pastry with beaten egg. Sprinkle more cinnamon sugar over the rings.<\/p>\n 6. Bake until golden.<\/strong><\/p>\n Bake in a preheated oven at 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F) for about 25\u201330 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and cooked through. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.<\/p>\n Firm apples that hold their shape during baking work best. Granny Smith apples give a slightly tart flavor, while Gala and Pink Lady apples are sweeter.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n No. You can leave the peel on if you prefer. Peeling them gives the rings a softer texture and a more delicate appearance.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Yes. You can prepare the dough a day ahead and keep it wrapped in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature briefly if it is too firm to roll.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n For the best results, assemble and bake them shortly before serving. You can prepare the dough in advance, but freshly baked pastry will have the best texture.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Store leftover apple rings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer to help the pastry crisp up again.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n They are best enjoyed fresh. Freezing may soften the apples and affect the pastry texture, but you can freeze baked rings once completely cooled. Reheat them from frozen in the oven until warmed through.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Serve them with caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a light dusting of powdered sugar. They\u2019re also lovely on their own with coffee or tea.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n If you love baking with apples, here are a few more recipes you can try:<\/p>\n I hope you try these Apple Rings with Cream Cheese Dough! If you make them, share a photo on\u00a0Instagram<\/a><\/strong> and tag me. I\u2019d love to see how they turn out!<\/p>\n YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:Why You\u2019ll Love These Apple Rings<\/h2>\n
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