Palmiers
Delicate, buttery, and irresistibly crispy, palmiers are a French pastry classic that’s perfect for an elegant treat or a simple snack. Made with just three ingredients—flaky puff pastry, sweet granulated sugar, and a hint of optional cinnamon—this recipe is effortlessly easy yet impressive. The magic happens as the sugar caramelizes in the oven, giving these heart-shaped pastries their signature golden, glossy finish. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these light and airy cookies are ideal for entertaining or enjoying with a warm cup of coffee or tea. Whether you use store-bought puff pastry for convenience or homemade for an extra-special touch, these palmiers are sure to delight everyone at your table. Bake a batch today and savor this timeless pastry that’s as simple as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle approximately 12x10 inches, if not pre-rolled.
Evenly sprinkle half of the sugar across the surface of the puff pastry. If using cinnamon, mix it with the sugar before sprinkling.
Flip the puff pastry sheet over and sprinkle the other half of the sugar across the second side, pressing it gently into the dough with a rolling pin to ensure it adheres.
Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the pastry towards the center. Repeat on the opposite edge until both rolls meet in the middle to form a scroll-like shape.
Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled pastry into slices about 1/4 inch thick to form the individual palmiers.
Place the palmiers flat on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each to allow for expansion during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the palmiers are golden brown and caramelized. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning due to the sugar.
Remove the palmiers from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the palmiers plain or with a cup of tea or coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.6 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 248 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
