Strawberry cream triangles in puff pastry
Strawberry cream triangles in puff pastry
Ingredients:
– 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
– Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
Instructions:
1. **Make the puff pastry:**
– Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
– Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
– Cut the puff pastry into triangles using diagonal cuts.
– Arrange the triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
– Brush the top of each triangle with egg wash.
– Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
– Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
2. **Make the cream filling:**
– In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
– Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue to whisk until stiff peaks form.
3. **Assemble the triangles:**
– Once the puff pastry triangles are cooled, carefully cut them in half horizontally to create a top and bottom layer.
– Pour or pipe whipped cream onto the bottom half of each triangle.
– Arrange the strawberry slices on top of the cream.
– Place the top half of the triangle on top of the strawberries and cream.
4. **Garnish and serve:**
– Sprinkle the assembled triangles with powdered sugar.
– Serve immediately and enjoy these delicious puff pastry triangles with strawberry cream!
This recipe should create a delicious and visually appealing dessert, similar to the one in your picture. Enjoy!
