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Puff Pastry Hearts with Icing Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 10 hearts
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these charming Puff Pastry Hearts with Icing, a perfect sweet treat for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Made from flaky puff pastry and topped with a smooth, sweet icing, these heart-shaped pastries are as visually appealing as they are delicious. The simple icing drizzle can be customized with food coloring and sprinkles to add a festive touch, making this an easy yet impressive dessert to bake at home.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pink or red food coloring (optional)
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
  2. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a clean work surface and gently roll the thawed puff pastry to smooth out the seams and even out the thickness for uniform baking.
  3. Cut out Heart Shapes: Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes from the rolled pastry. Carefully place each heart-shaped piece onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Brush with Egg Wash: Using a pastry brush, lightly coat the tops of each heart-shaped pastry with the beaten egg. This helps achieve a glossy, golden finish during baking.
  5. Bake the Pastries: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the pastries puff up nicely and turn a golden brown color.
  6. Cool the Pastries: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the puff pastry hearts to cool completely on the baking sheet to ensure the icing sets properly.
  7. Make the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and food coloring if using, until the mixture is smooth and pourable.
  8. Decorate: Drizzle or spread the prepared icing over the cooled puff pastry hearts. Add sprinkles if desired for a festive touch.
  9. Set the Icing: Allow the icing to set completely before serving to avoid smudging and to enjoy the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Serve the pastries plain or split them open and fill with jam or whipped cream for an indulgent twist.
  • For best taste and texture, enjoy these pastries the same day they are made as puff pastry can lose its crispness over time.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/puff-pastry-hearts-with-icing-recipe/