Delve into the world of traditional German pastries with this delightful Schillerlocken recipe. These crispy, flaky pastries, named after their resemblance to the curly hair of the famous German poet Friedrich Schiller, are a treat to both make and eat. Wrapped around special metal cones and filled with a luscious vanilla cream, each Schillerlocken is a perfect combination of crunchy exterior and creamy interior, often dipped in melted chocolate for an added touch of indulgence.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Crispy and Light: The puff pastry provides a wonderfully flaky and light texture.
- Creamy Vanilla Filling: The vanilla cream filling is both rich and smooth, offering a delightful contrast to the crisp pastry.
- Chocolate Dipped: The addition of dark chocolate adds a layer of decadence.
- Elegant Presentation: These pastries are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them perfect for special occasions or as an impressive treat for guests.
Perfect Occasion: Schillerlocken are ideal for high tea, special celebrations, or as a sophisticated dessert at dinner parties. They are also a wonderful choice for holiday baking and can be a fun baking project to do with family or friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 packet puff pastry
- 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon of milk
- 1 packet vanilla-flavored Paradiescreme
- 300ml cream
- 100g dark chocolate
Instructions:
- Cut the puff pastry into strips. Grease the Schillerlocken metal cones.
- Wrap each pastry strip around a cone, slightly overlapping, starting from the tip.
- Brush the pastries with the egg yolk and milk mixture.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully remove the pastries from the cones and let them cool.
- Dip one end of each pastry into melted dark chocolate.
- For the filling, mix cream and Paradiescreme until smooth.
- Fill the Schillerlocken with the vanilla cream.
Enjoy these exquisite Schillerlocken pastries, a luxurious treat that perfectly blends crispy pastry with creamy, vanilla goodness!
