Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Strawberry Puff Pastry Hearts, a sweet treat that beautifully combines flaky pastry with luscious whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Perfect for any celebration or as a whimsical dessert at home, these heart-shaped pastries are not only visually appealing but also incredibly simple to make. With their light texture and rich flavors, they are sure to impress your family and friends. Elevate your dessert game today with this easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 oz dark chocolate, melted (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into heart shapes.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy; cool slightly.
- Whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble by spreading whipped cream on one heart, adding sliced strawberries, and topping with another heart.
- Drizzle with melted dark chocolate and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (50g)
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 69mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg