Valentine’s Day or not, these delicious Heart Strawberry Puff Pastry are sure to win over anyone’s heart.
Perfectly golden and filled with creamy goodness, this recipe is not only simple but also quick to make. Let’s dive right in and create these delightful treats step-by-step.
How to Make Heart Strawberry Puff Pastry
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of rectangular puff pastry
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- Granulated brown sugar
- 2 fresh strawberries
- Custard, pastry cream, spread, jam, or compote (for filling)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry
Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cut out large hearts: Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a flat surface. Using a large heart shaped cookie cutter, cut out hearts over the entire surface of the puff pastry. Remove the scraps and set them aside.
Brush with egg wash: In a small bowl, beat the egg with a tablespoon of milk. Brush this mixture over the large puff pastry hearts. This will give them a beautiful golden color when baked.
Step 2: Shape the Hearts
Cut out small hearts: Using a smaller heart-shaped cookie cutter, press in the middle of each large heart. Press firmly to create an indentation but do not cut all the way through.
Sprinkle with sugar: Sprinkle the edges of the large hearts with granulated brown sugar. The granulated sugar adds a delightful texture to the pastry.
Step 3: Bake the Pastry
Bake: Place the prepared puff pastry hearts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
Step 4: Prepare the Strawberry Hearts
Slice strawberries: While the puff pastry hearts are baking, cut 2 fresh strawberries into slices. Then, using a knife or small heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut each slice into the shape of a heart.
Step 5: Assemble the Pastry
Create space for filling: Once the puff pastry hearts are baked and cooled, gently press down on the small hearts in the center to create a small cavity.
Fill the hearts: Fill the cavities with the cream of your choice. You can use custard, pastry cream, chocolate spread, jam, or compote, depending on what you have at home.
Add strawberry hearts: Place a heart-shaped strawberry slice on top of each filled pastry.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Serve: Your puff pastry hearts with creamy strawberry filling are now ready to be enjoyed. Serve them fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes and Tips
Puff Pastry: If you can’t find rectangular puff pastry, you can use round or square sheets and simply cut them into hearts.
Egg Wash: The egg wash gives the pastries a beautiful golden color and a slight sheen. Don’t skip this step!
Sugar: Use granulated brown sugar for sprinkling as it adds a delightful texture. You can also use regular granulated sugar if that’s what you have on hand.
Filling: Feel free to get creative with the filling. Vanilla custard, chocolate pastry cream, or even a fruit compote work wonderfully.
Storage: These pastries are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Versatility: This recipe is versatile and can be adapted for different occasions. Consider using different fruit shapes or flavors to suit the theme.
Conclusion
These Heart Strawberry Puff Pastry are a delightful treat that combines the crispiness of puff pastry with the creaminess of custard and the freshness of strawberries.
They are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion where you want to show someone you care.
Plus, they are easy and quick to make, making them a great option for both novice and experienced bakers. Enjoy the process and the delicious results!
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