Description
Raspberry Mille-Feuille Cookies elevate classic French pastry with delicate layers of buttery puff pastry and luscious raspberry cream. Crisp, flaky textures and sweet-tart flavors invite you to savor each delightful bite of this elegant dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup raspberry jam or preserves
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese), softened
- Fresh raspberries
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for brightness)
Optional Garnish:
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- White chocolate drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the puff pastry base by gently unfolding the thawed sheets onto a clean surface. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the pastry into precise rectangular shapes, ensuring uniform dimensions for consistent baking.
- Create a delicate egg wash by whisking the egg until smooth and glossy. Tenderly brush each pastry rectangle with the wash, then generously sprinkle granulated sugar across the surface to encourage caramelization.
- Position the prepared pastry rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, maintaining adequate spacing between each piece. Transfer to a preheated oven and bake until the edges transform into a rich golden-brown color with crisp, delicate edges.
- While the pastry cools completely, craft the raspberry jam mixture by whisking the jam with a hint of lemon juice, creating a more fluid and spreadable consistency.
- Prepare the luxurious cream filling by whipping heavy cream until soft, billowy peaks emerge. Gently fold in mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture becomes incredibly smooth and airy.
- Assemble the mille-feuille by spreading a thin, elegant layer of raspberry jam across the pastry base. Carefully pipe or spread the mascarpone cream atop the jam, creating a delicate, harmonious layer.
- Delicately stack additional pastry rectangles, repeating the jam and cream layering process for a multi-dimensional dessert. For an exquisite finish, dust with a light snowfall of powdered sugar and crown with fresh, vibrant raspberries.
- Optional: Elevate the presentation by drizzling melted white chocolate in artistic swirls across the top, adding a touch of gourmet sophistication to this delightful dessert.
Notes
- Master temperature control while baking puff pastry to ensure even, golden-brown layers without burning.
- Chill pastry sheets before cutting and baking for cleaner, more precise edges and optimal flakiness.
- Use room temperature ingredients for cream mixture to create smoother, more stable whipped consistency.
- Consider gluten-free puff pastry alternatives for individuals with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the delicate texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg