Description

Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Puff Pastry Hearts, a charming dessert that combines flaky pastry with sweet whipped cream and fresh strawberries. These heart-shaped pastries are perfect for any celebration, picnic, or simply as a treat at home. With their appealing look and easy preparation, they will surely impress your guests and elevate any occasion. Enjoy the harmonious blend of textures and flavors as you bite into these exquisite pastries drizzled with rich dark chocolate.

Ingredients

Scale

1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh strawberries, sliced
4 oz dark chocolate, melted (for drizzling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into heart shapes.
Place hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with egg wash.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool.
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Assemble by spreading whipped cream on one heart, adding strawberry slices, and topping with another heart.
Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 puff pastry heart (approx. 50g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Experiment with different fruits like raspberries or blueberries for variety. Chill cut-out hearts before baking to maintain shape. For extra decadence, layer chocolate ganache between the pastry layers.