Peach Puff Pastries
Delightfully flaky and golden pastries filled with sweet, jammy peaches, perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box Puff pastry Store bought, keep it cold until baking.
- 4 medium Peaches Fresh is best; frozen can be used if thawed and drained well.
- 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust based on peach sweetness.
- 1 pinch Salt Enhances peach flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or flour To thicken the filling.
- 1 large Egg For egg wash.
- 1 splash Water To mix with egg for washing.
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon or vanilla (optional) Add for warmth and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Set the puff pastry on the counter for about 30 to 40 minutes to thaw.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice peaches into thin wedges and blot them lightly with a paper towel if they are super juicy.
- Mix the peach slices with sugar, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Cut puff pastry into squares or rectangles, score a small border around the edge, and add peaches in the middle.
- Brush edges with egg wash.
Baking
- Bake the pastries for 18 to 22 minutes until they are puffed and deep golden.
Cooling
- Let the pastries cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. For a casual treat, dust with powdered sugar, or enhance with vanilla ice cream for a classic dessert.