Dive into the art of baking with these exquisite Puff Pastry Rings, filled with a lusciously smooth custard. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a masterpiece of textures and flavors, offering a perfect blend of flaky pastry and creamy filling. A delightful treat for any occasion, these rosettes are not just a dessert but a celebration of baking craftsmanship.
Why You’ll Love This:
This recipe stands out for its intricate layers of buttery puff pastry, paired with the sweet, almond-enhanced custard. The process of folding and chilling results in a pastry that’s both tender and flaky, with a golden hue and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. It’s a labor of love that yields a truly gourmet outcome, impressing both your palate and your guests.
Perfect Occasion:
Perfect for special occasions, afternoon teas, or as a refined dessert for dinner parties. These pastry rings make a stunning visual centerpiece, sure to spark conversation and admiration. Whether it’s a celebration, a holiday, or simply a moment to indulge in something extraordinary, these rosettes will be the highlight.
Decoration Tips:
Once baked and cooled, the custard-filled pastry rings are best served with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. For an added touch of sophistication, top with slivered almonds or fresh fruit before serving. Each ring can be garnished with mint leaves or edible flowers for a pop of color and freshness.
For the Starter:
- 80ml warm milk
- 100g flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 25g fresh yeast (or 10g dry yeast)
- Mix all ingredients for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit in a warm place for 20 minutes.
For the Dough:
- 250g flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 90ml milk
- 90g sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Prepared starter
- 170g cold butter, cubed
For Glazing:
- 1 egg yolk mixed with 2 tablespoons warm water
- Extra sugar for sprinkling
- Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Create a well, adding milk, sugar, egg, and vanilla to mix. Incorporate the starter and knead to form a smooth dough. Let rise until doubled.
- Roll out dough, distribute cold butter cubes, fold, and chill for 30 minutes. Repeat the folding and chilling process three times.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle, trim edges, cut into strips, and form into rings. Place on a baking sheet, let rise, then glaze with egg yolk mixture and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 20 minutes. Cool before filling.
For the Custard Filling:
- 500g prepared custard mixed with 2 tablespoons almond powder
- Fill the cooled pastry rings with the custard using a piping bag fitted with a decorative tip.
Enjoy these Puff Pastry Rings, a testament to the beauty of baking, where the joy lies not just in the eating but in the creation process itself. Each bite is a blend of creamy, crunchy textures, making it an unforgettable treat.
