Palmiers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Flaky and sweet Palmiers recipe for your dessert cravings

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

16 min

Ready In

31 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups granulated sugar
	1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
	2 sheets puff pastry , defrosted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

188

Sugar

18g

Fat

11g

Palmiers, also known as elephant ears, butterflies, palm leaves, or French hearts, are a classic French pastry that originated in the 19th century. They are named for their distinctive shape that resembles a palm leaf or an elephant ear. Traditionally, Palmiers are sweet pastries made from puff pastry dough that is coated in sugar and baked until golden brown. They are often enjoyed as a dessert or as a sweet snack with coffee or tea. The beauty of Palmiers is that they are versatile and can be made sweet or savoury by adding ingredients such as cheese, bacon, or herbs.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 425°F/218°C.
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.	Sprinkle sugar on the clean work surface. Unfold one puff pastry sheet onto the sugar and sprinkle with half of the salt and sugar mixture.
4.	Flip the pastry over and sprinkle the remaining salt and sugar mixture on it, making sure that it is evenly distributed.
5.	Fold the shorter sides of the pastry towards the center so that they meet in the middle.
6.	Fold one half over the other so that each half meets in the centre of the pastry sheet.
7.	Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
8.	Repeat the same steps for the other puff pastry sheet.
9.	Remove the pastries from the refrigerator and slice them into 1/4-inch/0.6-cm thick pieces.
10.	Place each piece onto the prepared baking sheet, cut-side down.
11.	Bake for about 14 to 16 minutes or until the sugar has caramelized and the pastry is golden brown.

PROS

Palmiers are a simple yet delicious pastry that is perfect for a quick treat.
The flaky puff pastry is buttery and crispy, while the caramelized sugar adds sweetness and crunch.

They are easy to make, requiring only a few ingredients that are readily available.

CONS

Palmiers are a high-calorie food due to the puff pastry dough and the added sugar.
They should be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Palmiers are not particularly healthy, they are a great source of energy due to the high sugar content.
The pastry also contains small amounts of iron and vitamin C.