Enchanting delights of heart-shaped puff pastry with diplomate cream and fresh strawberries
Treat yourself and your loved ones to these captivating heart-shaped pastries, a perfect blend of puff pastry filled with luxurious diplomate cream and adorned with fresh strawberries. These pastries are not only visually appealing with their cute heart shapes, but also irresistibly delicious, making them a delicious treat for any special occasion.
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Why you'll love it: These heart-shaped pastries are the epitome of elegance and taste. The crisp texture of the puff pastry complements the creamy, creamy diplomat cream, while fresh strawberries add a burst of freshness. The addition of sliced almonds provides a subtle crunch, enhancing the overall sensory experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this recipe offers an easy way to create an indulgent dessert that's as beautiful as it is flavorful.
Perfect occasion: Ideal for romantic celebrations like Valentine's Day, birthdays or as a special gift during a date at home. They're also perfect for bridal showers, Mother's Day, or any other occasion where you want to express your love and appreciation through something sweet and homemade.
Decorating Tips: replaces the word nice with empty enhance the aesthetics of these pastries, consider arranging the strawberries in a fan shape or cutting them into small hearts before placing them on the cream. A light dusting of powdered sugar not only adds sweetness, but also enhances the visual appeal, making these baked goods look like they came straight from a bakery. For a festive touch, edible gold leaf can be added to the cream for an extra touch of luxury.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 200 ml) milk
- 50 g of sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 25 g cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 150 g of cream
- Fresh strawberries, for garnish
- Sliced almonds, for garnish
- Egg yolk mixed with a little cream to brush
- Powdered sugar, for sprinkling
- Start by preparing the custard. In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the egg yolks and heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens into a custard.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and let cool completely. Once cooled, whip the cream to stiff peaks and gently fold it into the custard to create a custard. Refrigerate this mixture to cool it.
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Roll out the puff pastry and use a heart cookie cutter to cut out six heart shapes. Create a smaller heart in each shape without cutting completely.
- Place the dough hearts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Prick the center with a fork to prevent excessive swelling. Brush the edges with the egg yolk and cream mixture, then sprinkle with flaked almonds.
- Place a small ovenproof object in the center of each heart to help them rise evenly. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and gently press the center of each heart to form a small well. Let them cool slightly.
- Fill each heart with chilled diplomatic cream. Garnish with fresh strawberries cut into decorative shapes and sprinkle the edges with powdered sugar.
Savor these delicious heart-shaped puff pastries, a perfect treat that combines the elegance of fine pastry with the simplicity of fresh ingredients!