Description
These Valentine’s Day Puff Pastry Hearts are an easy and elegant treat for your loved ones. With layers of buttery, flaky puff pastry and a sweet filling, they’re perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day dessert or breakfast. Add a drizzle of icing or a dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate festive touch!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pastry Hearts:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam or strawberry jam (or your favorite jam)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
For the Icing (optional):
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A few drops of red food coloring (optional)
For Garnish (optional):
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Sprinkles or mini chocolate chips (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases and make it even.
- Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out hearts from the puff pastry sheet. You should get around 6-8 hearts, depending on the size of your cutter.
- Transfer the hearts to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Fill the Pastry Hearts:
- In the center of half of the hearts, add a small spoonful of your chosen jam, spreading it evenly but leaving a border around the edges.
- Place the remaining hearts on top of the jam-covered hearts to form a sandwich. Press the edges gently with a fork to seal the edges tightly.
- Egg Wash:
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with a tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the puff pastry hearts with the egg wash for a golden, shiny finish when baked.
- Bake the Hearts:
- Bake the puff pastry hearts for 15-18 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Make the Icing (optional):
- While the hearts are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a few drops of red food coloring (if using) to create a smooth icing.
- Once the pastry hearts are cooled, drizzle the icing over the top of each one, or dip the top of each heart into the icing.
- Garnish and Serve:
- If desired, sprinkle with extra powdered sugar or decorate with sprinkles or mini chocolate chips for an extra festive touch.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can also add a small piece of chocolate or Nutella inside the pastry hearts before sealing them for an extra chocolatey twist.
- These can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to get them crisp again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg