French Palmiers

French Palmiers, also known as Elephant Ears, are a delightful French pastry known for their flaky, caramelized layers and sweet flavor. These pastries are easy to make and add a touch of elegance to any table setting. Achieving the perfect texture requires evenly layering sugar and butter, allowing them to caramelize beautifully in the oven. Serve these pastries as a dessert or a light snack with coffee for a flavorful experience that many will enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry dough, thawed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the sugar on a clean work surface and place the puff pastry sheet on top.
3. Brush the pastry with 1/8 cup of the melted butter and sprinkle another 1/4 cup of sugar evenly over the top.
4. Gently roll one side of the pastry towards the center, then roll the opposite side towards the center, forming a heart shape.
5. Slice the rolled pastry into 1/2-inch slices and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and the sugar is caramelized.
7. Allow the Palmiers to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Keywords: Sweet, Elegant, Snack

Spice Rack: Sugar, Butter

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