Strawberry Puff Pastry
Sweet with buttery notes from the pastry and a fruity tartness from the strawberries.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for dusting
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into four equal squares.
- Mix the diced strawberries with the strawberry jam in a small bowl.
- Place a spoonful of the strawberry mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold each square over from corner to corner, forming a triangle, and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
- Brush the top of each pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
- Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories~180 kcal
Protein3 g
Carbs24 g
Fat8 g
Origin
Puff pastries have origins in France, where they are known as "pâte feuilletée." They are used in both sweet and savory dishes, with fruit-filled versions being popular as desserts.
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