Indulge in these Crispy Quark Puff Pockets, a blend of flaky pastry and creamy quark that's sure to please your palate with its simplicity and elegance.
Ingredients:
- 1 roll of premium puff pastry (about 275 g), the base of our creation
- 200 g quark, for a creamy filling
- 1 small egg, to bind and enrich the filling
- 40 g sugar, for a touch of sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, the aroma of indulgence
- Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon, for a citrusy zing
- A pinch of salt, to balance the flavors
- 1 tablespoon milk, for a glaze
- Powdered sugar, for a snow-like dusting
Instructions:
- Fire up your oven to a hot 200°C, ready for baking magic.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the quark with the egg, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt, creating a harmonious filling.
- Unveil the puff pastry and slice it into 6 squares, the canvases for your filling.
- Spoon the quark mixture onto the center of 5 squares, leaving the sixth for topping.
- Draw the pastry corners to the center, over the filling, creating a pocket that holds the creamy treasure.
- From the remaining square, carve out 5 circles using a cutter, and crown each pocket with one.
- Position the pastries on a tray lined with parchment, giving them a little room to puff.
- Whisk together the milk with a bit of egg yolk, and brush this over the pastries for a golden sheen.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until they rise and color like a sunrise.
- Let them cool just a bit, then christen them with a dusting of powdered sugar.
These Crispy Quark Puff Pockets are a testament to the joy of baking — simple ingredients coming together to create a moment of delicious joy. Serve them as a sweet ending to a meal or a luxurious snack to brighten your day. Enjoy the contrasting textures and flavors that each bite brings. Bon appétit! 👩🏻🍳🍋🥐
