Strawberry Snowflake Dessert Recipe
Indulge in a delightful treat with this Strawberry Snowflake Dessert Recipe that combines flaky puff pastry with sweet strawberry jam. This visually stunning dessert is not only quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep time, but also offers a fun kitchen activity for the whole family. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy weeknights—this dessert will impress your guests and bring joy to your table. With its versatility, you can easily swap the strawberry jam for other favorite fruit preserves, making it a customizable delight that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup strawberry jam
- 1 tablespoon water
- Oil (for greasing the baking sheet)
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, greasing it lightly with oil.
- Place one sheet of puff pastry on the prepared baking sheet and spread the strawberry jam evenly over it.
- Layer the second sheet of puff pastry on top and cut into 16 thin strips using a pizza cutter or knife.
- Twist each pair of dough strips outward and pinch ends together to form snowflakes.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes while the oven continues to preheat.
- Whisk together egg and water to create an egg wash; brush over the pastry before baking.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowflake pastry (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg