These quick puff pastries are a delightful treat that whips up in no time. They combine the rich smoothness of homemade cream with the fresh zest of berries, all wrapped in flaky pastry. Follow along for a sweet adventure that's simple yet irresistibly satisfying!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
You'll adore these pastries because they're not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor. The combination of creamy filling and fresh berries wrapped in a light, airy puff pastry offers a perfect bite every time. Plus, they're versatile enough to adapt to your favorite seasonal fruits!
Perfect Occasion
These pastries are ideal for brunches, afternoon teas, or as a sweet end to a family dinner. They're also fantastic for gatherings where you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Decoration Tips
For a charming and elegant finish, sprinkle your pastries with powdered sugar and top with fresh berries before serving. To add a festive touch, you can also drizzle a little glaze or chocolate over the top.
Ingredients for the Cream:
- 3 egg yolks
- 50 grams of sugar
- 10 grams of vanilla sugar
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- 125 ml of milk
- 50 grams of butter
For the Pastries:
- Puff pastry
- 1 egg yolk (for glazing)
- Berries of your choice
Steps:
- Start with the cream by whisking together egg yolks, sugar, vanilla sugar, and flour in a saucepan. Gradually stir in the milk and heat over medium until the mixture thickens. Constantly stirring, mix in the butter until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator to set.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut into circles with lids. Assemble as shown in the video, piercing the center with a fork and brushing with egg yolk. Bake at 190-200 degrees Celsius for about 20 minutes until golden.
- Fill the baked pastries with the chilled cream, garnish with berries, and dust with powdered sugar.
Enjoy this lovely treat!