Unleash your inner baker with this exquisite recipe for puff pastry delights filled with a creamy quark mixture. These pastries combine the flakiness of puff pastry with a sweet and tangy quark filling, enhanced with vanilla and a hint of sweetness from powdered sugar. The process involves a swift technique of rolling the dough to encapsulate the rich, fluid filling, which ensures each bite is moist and flavorful.
Why You’ll Love This: These pastries are irresistible due to their perfect balance of textures and flavors. The quark filling is both creamy and tangy, offering a refreshing contrast to the buttery, crisp layers of the puff pastry. The addition of vanilla adds a subtle aroma that complements the simplicity of the sugar. This recipe is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a delightful treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or as a special dessert.
Perfect Occasion: These puff pastry delights are ideal for brunches, tea parties, or as a sophisticated treat at any gathering. They're also perfect for festive occasions like Christmas or Easter when you want to offer something uniquely delightful to your guests. Additionally, they make for an elegant homemade gift that’s sure to impress.
Decoration Tips: Before baking, consider placing a fresh berry in the center of each pastry for a burst of color and flavor. Sprinkle almond flakes on top to add a nutty crunch which not only enhances the taste but also the aesthetic appeal. Once baked, a light dusting of powdered sugar can add an extra touch of sweetness and a professional bakery-like finish.
Ingredients:
- 1 roll of puff pastry
- For the filling:
- 250g quark (10% or 20% fat)
- 60g powdered sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- Start by preheating your oven to 392°F (200°C).
- Unroll the puff pastry and spread the filling mixture evenly across the surface.
- Fold the pastry sheet in half and cut into approximately 2 cm wide strips (about 7-8 strips).
- Quickly roll the strips over your fingers to form knots, as the filling will be quite fluid and may seep out.
- Place the formed knots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Optionally, decorate each knot with a berry in the center and sprinkle with almond flakes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 16-20 minutes, or until golden and puffy.
Enjoy!