These homemade palmiers are crisp, golden, and caramelized, perfect for any time of day. Using quick puff pastry, these light, buttery treats are easy to make and require only two ingredients. The sugar caramelizes beautifully during baking, creating a sweet, crunchy exterior that contrasts perfectly with the delicate layers of pastry. Whether you're making these for a special occasion or just craving a light snack, palmiers are a great choice. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, these pastries are a delightful addition to your baking repertoire.
Why You’ll Love This:
These palmiers are a breeze to make and deliver impressive results with very little effort. The simple combination of puff pastry and sugar transforms into a delicately crisp and caramelized treat. The layers puff up beautifully in the oven, creating a light, flaky texture that pairs perfectly with the sweet crunch of caramelized sugar. Whether served as a dessert, a snack, or an accompaniment to coffee or tea, these palmiers are sure to please. Plus, they look elegant and sophisticated without requiring advanced baking skills.
Perfect Occasion:
Palmiers are perfect for many occasions, from casual get-togethers to more formal gatherings. Their light and flaky texture makes them an excellent accompaniment to afternoon tea or coffee. They are also great for holiday parties, brunches, or as a quick dessert when you need something easy yet impressive. These pastries also make thoughtful homemade gifts when packaged beautifully. Their versatility and simplicity make them ideal for any occasion where you want to serve something sweet and delightful.
Decoration Tips:
Although palmiers are traditionally simple, you can add a special touch by dusting them with powdered sugar once they’ve cooled. For added indulgence, dip one end of each palmier in melted chocolate and let it set before serving. You could also sprinkle cinnamon or finely chopped nuts onto the sugar before rolling the dough to enhance the flavor. For a festive presentation, drizzle with caramel or icing. Serve on a platter for a beautiful and inviting look that will make your guests eager to try them.
Ingredients:
- 1 batch of Quick Puff Pastry (previous recipe)
- 100g granulated sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 210°C (410°F). This high temperature is key for puffing the dough and caramelizing the sugar.
- Roll Out the Dough: After chilling the puff pastry, roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 3 to 4 mm thick and 25x37 cm in size. Trim the edges to make clean, straight lines.
- Add Sugar: Sprinkle half of the sugar evenly over the surface of the dough. Press the sugar gently into the dough with a rolling pin. Flip the dough and repeat the process with the remaining sugar on the other side.
- Shape the Palmiers: Starting from both short ends of the dough, roll each side inward toward the center until the two sides meet in the middle. Fold one side over the other, forming a heart-shaped roll.
- Slice the Palmiers: Trim any uneven edges and cut the dough into 1 cm thick slices. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
- Bake: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the palmiers are golden and caramelized. Flip them after about 10 minutes to ensure they brown evenly on both sides.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the palmiers cool completely on a wire rack.
Enjoy!