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Palmiersare a fast and easy crunchycookierecipethat you can make with storebought or homemadepuff pastry. They are flavored withcinnamonsugar and have a unique shape that makes them look a lot more complicated than they really are.
You will love how easy thesecinnamon palmiersare to make.Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Palmiers a fast and easy crunchy cookie. Made with pre made puff pastry and cinnamon sugar the perfect no time cookie.
So, the first question is, “arepalmierscookiesor pastries?” I guess they are a little of both because they are sweet treats withflaky layersthat look like fancycookies. The best part is that they are easy to make.
They areFrench cookiesthat get their name because they resemblepalm leaves. This is from the special way the pastry is rolled and sliced. Sometimes they’re calledFrench heartsorelephant ears, too.
There aresavory palmiersand sweet ones. Thisrecipetoday is acinnamonsugar version that is great fordessert. I’ve also seen them made withchocolateand other sweet fillings.
No matter the flavor,palmiersare made withpuff pastry, which islayersof butterydoughrolled out multiple times to createlayers. Once baked it’s flaky, lightly crisp and so delicious.
I used to buy thesecookiesand a couple of other ones when I knew someone was coming over, everyone loves them here. When I figured out how easy they were to make I never bought them again and makebatchesof homemade ones whenever I get a craving.
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Ingredients
The best part of thisrecipeis that you only need threeingredientsto make it.
- Puff Pastry
- Granulated Sugar
- Ground Cinnamon
Use Storebought or HomemadePuff Pastry
The main part of thisrecipeis thepuff pastry. For a long time, I used pre-made pastrydoughto make them and it works really well.
But, if you want a real treat I recommend making homemadepuff pastry. It’s easier than you think! Plus, you can make the dough ahead, freeze it and make the cookies later to make things easy.
Whichever you choose, they both work great. So, if you’re short on time use the pre-madedoughbut be sure to thaw it first in therefrigeratorbefore you make thepalmiers.
How to Make Them
Combine the sugar andcinnamonin a small bowl.
Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a work surface. Use a rolling pin to lightly roll it out in a rectangle with an even thickness.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the dough. Use the rolling pin again to lightly roll the mixture into the dough. Use a light hand, you just need to adhere the sugar to the dough.
Starting at one short end of the dough, roll it into itself like a jelly roll or pinwheel. Stop once you reach the center and then roll the other end the same way so the two rolls meet in the middle of the dough. They should be even in size. Cover the roll with plastic wrap.
Place the roll in therefrigeratortochillfor 30 minutes. This will firm up thebutterin the pastry so yourpalmiersare flaky once baked. While thedoughchills, heat theovento 375°F (190°C) and line abaking sheetorsheet panwithparchment paper.
Take the roll out of therefrigeratorand place it on a cutting board. Use asharp knifetosliceacross the roll to makecookiesthat are 1/4″ to 1/2″ thick. Place them on the preparedbaking sheet.
Bakethecookiesfor 10 minutes and then turn them over.Bakethem for five to 10 minutes longer or until they aregolden brown. Allow them to cool on awire rackbefore serving.
FAQS
How to store them
They are best when eaten the day they are baked, if you do have leftovers then store them in an airtight containter and keep at room temperature. They will keep for a day or two.
Can you Freeze Palmiers?
Yes, you can freeze them baked or unbaked. I prefer to freeze them unbaked because you canbakethem straight from thefreezerand they are best when they are freshly baked. Make them as instructed and, once they are sliced, freeze them in a single layer on abaking sheet. Once frozen, you can transfer them to afreezercontainer for up to a month.
How to bake them from frozen
You don’t need to thaw them when you are ready tobakethem. You can place them on thebakingsheet frozen andbakeas instructed.
If you want to treat your family and friends to a fancyfrenchcookie, you will want to make abatchofpalmiers. They are the type ofcookiesthat look like you went to a lot more trouble than you actually did. Everyone will love them. Enjoy!
MoreDessertsto Try
- Puff Pastry Christmas Trees
- Puff Pastry Apple Pie
- Sporcamuss Italian Cream Filled Pastries
- Chocolate Pastry Braid
Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Palmiers
Rosemary Molloy
Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Palmiers a fast and easy french pastry recipe. So simple, and delicious everyone will love them.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 16 minutes mins
Total Time 26 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 25 cookies
Calories 116 kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
In a small bowl mix together the sugar and cinnamon.
Unroll the pastry (de frost if frozen), lightly roll to even it out, sprinkle with sugar mixture, and lightly roll on top to trap the sugar into the pastry.
Roll the dough from each end into the middle making sure they are even. Refrigerate for 30 minutes while the oven is pre-heating.
Pre-heat oven to 375F (190C) Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Remove from the fridge and cut into ¼-⅓ inch slices, bake for approximately 10 minutes then carefully flip them over and continue to bake for another 5-10 or until golden. Let cool and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
They are best when eaten the day they are baked, if you do have leftovers then store them in an airtight container and keep at room temperature. They will keep for a day or two.
Freeze them baked or unbaked. I prefer to freeze them unbaked because you can bake them straight from the freezer and they are best when they are freshly baked. Make them as instructed and, once they are sliced, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer container for up to a month.
You don’t need to thaw them when you are ready tobakethem. You can place them on thebakingsheet frozen andbakeas instructed.
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 11mg | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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