Sausage Apple Puff Pastry Braid Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 3.In the same skillet, add the diced apples, onion, and garlic. Cook until the apples are tender and the onions are translucent.
• STEP 4.Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut slits along the sides of the pastry, leaving a strip in the center.
• STEP 5.Spread the cooked sausage down the center strip of the pastry. Top with the cooked apple mixture.
• STEP 6.Fold the pastry strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braid-like pattern.
• STEP 7.Transfer the pastry braid to the prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
• STEP 8.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 9.Allow the pastry braid to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
• STEP 10.Serve warm as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side salad.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to fully cook the sausage before adding it to the pastry.
• You can use any type of sausage you prefer, such as Italian sausage or breakfast sausage.
• Feel free to add additional seasonings or herbs to the apple mixture for extra flavor.
• If the puff pastry becomes too soft while working with it, refrigerate it for a few minutes to firm it up.
• Leftover pastry braid can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pastry braid in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Serve the sausage apple puff pastry braid warm as an appetizer or as a main dish with a side salad.