Danish, Puff pastry, Christmas Stars

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 9

Make some delicious and festive Christmas Stars with puff pastry and prunes

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

155

Sugar

Fat

Get ready to impress your guests with these delightful Christmas Stars! This recipe combines flaky puff pastry with a sweet and slightly tart prune filling, all folded into festive star shapes. The combination of flavors and textures is irresistible. Plus, these stars are a great make-ahead option for holiday gatherings. Simply prepare them ahead of time, pop them in the oven when you're ready to serve, and watch them disappear!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
2.	In a saucepan, bring prunes, water, and sugar to a simmer and cook until prunes are softened.
3.	Remove from heat and puree the mixture until smooth.
4.	Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into star shapes.
5.	Place a spoonful of the prune mixture in the center of each star.
6.	Fold the points of the star into the center and press down gently.
7.	Brush each star with the beaten egg.
8.	Place the stars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.	Allow to cool slightly before serving.

PROS

These Christmas Stars are a festive and unique addition to any holiday gathering.
The combination of puff pastry and sweet prune filling is sure to impress your guests.
Plus, they are easy to make!

CONS

If you are not a fan of prunes, this recipe may not be for you.
Additionally, the puff pastry can be a bit finicky to work with.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Prunes are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals like potassium. They have been shown to aid in digestion, heart health, and even bone health.

	1 package puff pastry , thawed according to instructions
	8 ounces pitted prunes
	1 1/2 cups water
	8 tablespoons sugar
	1 egg , beaten