Cinnamon Spice Palmiers

Simple, elegant, and crispy cinnamon palmiers made with just four basic ingredients. These heart-shaped pastries are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick treat with coffee.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Chill Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 12 palmiers

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: French

Calories: 240

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

1 sheet frozen puff pastry about 9.5 ounces, thawed according to package directions

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Butter

2 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Equipment

Baking sheets
Parchment paper
Rolling Pin
sharp knife,
Wire rack

Method

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle half of the mixture onto a clean, dry work surface.
Lay the thawed puff pastry directly onto the cinnamon sugar mixture. Gently press it down so the sugar adheres to the bottom. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar over the top of the pastry.
Using a rolling pin, gently roll the pastry into a larger rectangle, about 10x12 inches. This helps press the sugar into the dough.
Brush the melted butter evenly over the entire surface of the pastry.
With the long side facing you, fold the left side in toward the center at the halfway point. Then fold the right side in to meet the left side in the center. Fold the left half over the right half, closing the log. You should now have a long rectangular log with four layers of pastry.
Gently wrap the pastry log in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Once chilled, unwrap the log and use a sharp knife to slice it into 1/2 inch thick slices.
Arrange the slices cut side up on your prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each one as they will expand. Bake for 6-8 minutes, then carefully remove the baking sheets and flip each palmier using a thin spatula. Return them to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until deep golden brown and caramelized. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes.
Transfer hot palmiers to a wire rack to cool. They will crisp up more as they cool.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to one month. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 3-5 minutes for maximum crispiness.

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