Description
Strawberry Puff Pastry Hearts are the perfect romantic dessert that combines flaky, buttery pastry with sweet, juicy strawberries. These heart-shaped delights are not only visually stunning but also simple to make, making them ideal for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or a cozy family gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry sheets (thawed)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (washed and sliced)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg (for egg wash, mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries and sugar; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes.
- Place half of the hearts on the baking sheet. Spoon strawberry mixture onto each, leaving edges clear. Top with remaining hearts and gently seal.
- Brush tops with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg