Introduction
Palmiers are a French pastry made from puff pastry and sugar. They are often made in the shape of a crescent or a heart, and are sometimes called “elephant ears” or “butterfly cookies”.
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry
1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Method
1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees C (400 degrees F).
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a rectangle about 30 x 20 cm (12 x 8 inches).
3. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon over the puff pastry.
4. Roll up the pastry from one long side to the other, like a jelly roll.
5. Cut the roll into 1 cm (1/2 inch) thick slices.
6. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
Potential changes & improvements
-Try using different spices, such as ground ginger or nutmeg.
-For a more decadent treat, brush the palmiers with melted chocolate before baking.
What other food it works well with
Palmiers are often served with coffee or tea.
Common Mistakes
-Not rolling the pastry thinly enough will result in palmiers that are not as crispy.
-Cutting the slices too thick will also make for a less than ideal palmier.
Nutritional Information
Per Palmier:
Calories: 107
Fat: 5.6 grams
Saturated Fat: 1.1 grams
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Sodium: 31 milligrams
Carbohydrates: 13.4 grams
Fiber: 0.4 grams
Sugar: 5.3 grams
Protein: 1.3 grams
Allergens
Wheat, Dairy