Special Apple Crisp

I think all of us recognize an apple crisp, sliced apples covered with a crumbly topping and typically served with ice cream or whipped cream. I wanted to make a similar dish that is still a crisp but much prettier for presentation at a party. So, I called on my good friend, puff pastry. :)

1/2 packet, 1 sheet of Puff Pastry (thawed)
5-6 apples peeled and sliced (I used Fugi apples)
2-3 Tablespoons sugar + more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water

Preheat oven to 375F.

Put the sliced apples into a 9x11 baking dish or a 9x13 or 9x9 would work too, depending on the size of your apples. Toss the apples with hands in the sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch then added the water and stirred around with a spoon (I didn't want to get cornstarch on my hands). I placed my puff pastry on the counter and sliced it into 8-12 even slices, depending on the size pan you chose (mine needed 9). If you're using a 9x9, just make sure you have an even number since it's a square. ;) Weave the slices to cover the apples. So, lay out the horizontals first across your pan and then alternate lifting every other slice and lay down a vertical slice. Repeat until pretty lattice is made. Trim any edges that are sticking out because they will only stick out further once they puff. Sprinkle with some white sugar to make it sparkly when it's cooked and cinnamon if you like. Place in preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, again, depending on what pan you chose and how your oven keeps heat. Pull it out and check that the apples are softened, they sit in a bubbly gooey sauce, and the pastry is a light golden brown. Let cool to near room temperature, or as long as you can wait to dig in. Serve plain or with your favorite dairy accompaniment. :p


Here's the crisp before it bakes up.

After baking, see the gooey sauce. :)

Top view of lattice.


Warning! The smells during cooking are intoxicating so be ready to invite the neighbors if the windows are open!