Imagine biting into a golden, flaky pastry that reveals a burst of sweet, spiced fruit with every delectable mouthful. These mango and apple parcels are not just a dessert – they're a culinary adventure that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary taste experience. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a luxurious homemade treat, these parcels promise to transport your taste buds to a world of pure indulgence.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Fusion
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1 package puff pastry
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and dice the mangoes and apples into small, uniform cubes approximately 1/2 inch in size.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes and apples with brown sugar and cinnamon. Gently mix to ensure all fruit pieces are evenly coated.
- Carefully unroll the puff pastry and cut into 4 equal square sections.
- Place a generous spoonful of the mango-apple mixture in the center of each pastry square, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Fold the corners of each pastry square towards the center, creating a parcel shape. Pinch the edges to seal and prevent filling from leaking.
- Lightly brush the top of each parcel with beaten egg (optional) to create a golden, glossy finish.
- Transfer the parcels to the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or serve with vanilla ice cream.
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm fruits for the best texture and flavor balance. Overripe fruits can become too mushy during baking.
- Make sure to leave a small border when placing fruit mixture on pastry to prevent leakage during baking.
- If you want extra shine and color, the egg wash is crucial - it creates that professional, glossy golden-brown finish.
- Allow parcels to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and prevent burning your mouth.
- For an elegant presentation, dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- These parcels can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking, making them perfect for advance meal planning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 404kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
