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Valentine’s Day Puff Pastry Hearts

Delight your loved one with these charming heart-shaped pastries, easy to prepare using store-bought puff pastry, perfect for Valentine's Day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry Ingredients
  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry Thawed properly before use
  • 1 beaten egg beaten egg For egg wash
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar For sprinkling
Filling Options
  • 1 cup fruit filling (e.g., raspberry jam, strawberry preserves, cherry pie filling) Choose your favorite flavor
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese For creamy fillings, sweetened to taste
  • 1/2 cup melted chocolate Use for a chocolate filling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw the puff pastry in the fridge overnight or on the counter for 30-40 minutes until pliable but cold.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pastry slightly thinner if desired.
  3. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out heart shapes from the pastry.
Baking
  1. Arrange the cut-out hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Brush each heart with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Filling and Serving
  1. Once baked, fill the hearts with your preferred filling.
  2. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze if desired before serving.

Notes

These pastries can be served for breakfast or as a dessert. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days or in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven for best results.