"Curious as to what’s in five-spice powder (readily available in the spice aisle)? It’s a hot and sweet mix of cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, star anise and Szechuan pepper that brings a zing to baked goods. Try it in place of cinnamon in your holiday recipes and give your guests a surprising jolt of flavor!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds tart, firm apples (like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp or Braeburn)
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 sheets (1 package) thawed puff pastry
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1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
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1 large egg
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon