Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of thawed ready-rolled puff pastry (approx. 24cm or 10 inches square)
- ⅓ cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over a clean work surface. Lay the puff pastry sheet on top, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the pastry.
- Gently roll the pastry with a rolling pin to press the sugar mixture into both sides.
- Starting from one side, roll the pastry tightly towards the center. Repeat with the opposite side, so both rolls meet in the middle.
- Slice the rolled pastry into ½-inch (1.25 cm) segments and place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for expansion.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the palmiers are puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Notes
For an even more pronounced cinnamon flavor, you can add a light dusting of cinnamon on top of the palmiers before baking.
Variations
- Chocolate Palmiers: Sprinkle grated chocolate along with the cinnamon-sugar mixture for a decadent twist.
- Savory Palmiers: Omit the cinnamon and sugar, using grated cheese and a sprinkle of herbs for a savory version.
Keto Version
Substitute the sugar with a granulated keto-friendly sweetener and use a low-carb, keto-approved puff pastry alternative.
Low-Carb Version
Follow the keto version’s guidelines for a treat that fits into a low-carb diet.
Nutrition Fact
Nutritional values can vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes. An approximate per serving value (assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 100-120
- Fat: 6-8g
- Carbohydrates: 10-12g (Significantly less for keto/low-carb versions)
- Protein: 1-2g
- Sodium: 50-75mg
Sweet and Crunchy Cinnamon Palmiers are a testament to the magic of simple ingredients coming together to create something truly special. Whether for a special occasion or a quiet moment of pleasure, these pastries are sure to delight anyone who tries them.
