Pink Heart Croissants
Perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day, these Pink Heart Croissants feature buttery, flaky layers and a sweet pink filling. Easy to make yet impressive, they create unforgettable moments with your loved ones! 🥐💕✨
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Special Occasion
Cuisine Holiday Recipe, Pastry
Servings 6 croissants
Calories 320 kcal
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tbsp raspberry or strawberry jam
- 1-2 drops pink food coloring (optional)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Prepare the Puff Pastry Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until smooth and pliable. Make the Pink Filling Mix raspberry or strawberry jam with pink food coloring if desired for a vibrant hue. Shape the CroissantsCut the pastry into 6 triangles.Spread a thin layer of the pink filling on each triangle, leaving the edges clean.Roll each triangle from the base toward the tip, then curve the ends inward to form a heart shape. Apply the Egg WashWhisk the egg and brush it lightly over the croissants for a golden, glossy finish. BakePreheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Place the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Garnish and ServeLet the croissants cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries or other sides. Enjoy warm! 🍓✨
- Use Cold Pastry:
Keep the puff pastry cold while shaping. If it gets too warm, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes before baking to maintain flakiness. ❄️ - Avoid Overfilling:
Use a thin layer of filling to prevent it from oozing out during baking. - Extra Flaky Layers:
Brush a light layer of melted butter between pastry folds for extra flaky layers. 🧈 - Custom Fillings:
Experiment with other fillings like Nutella, cream cheese, or lemon curd for variety. 🍫🍋 - Drizzle Decor:
Add a finishing touch with a chocolate or berry glaze drizzle for a visually stunning dessert. ✨
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