If you're looking for a delicious treat that's easy to make, look no further than puff pastry pinwheel cookies with jam. This delightful pastry is made from puff pastry sheets, filled with your favorite jam, and rolled into a pinwheel shape. The cookies are then baked until golden brown and flaky, creating a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey interior. Whether you're serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cookies are sure to please everyone at the table.
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PUFF PASTRY PINWHEELS WITH CANDIED FRUIT
These cookies are best enjoyed the same day they are made.
Yield Makes about 5 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Sprinkle work surface generously with additional sugar; place 1 puff pastry sheet on sugared surface. Cut sheet in half, forming two 9 1/2x4 1/2-inch rectangles. Brush each rectangle generously with some of melted butter, leaving 1-inch plain border along 1 long side of each. Sprinkle buttered part of each rectangle with 1 1/2 tablespoons spiced sugar. Scatter 1/2 cup candied fruit over spiced sugar on each. Brush border of each with egg. Starting at long side opposite glazed border, tightly roll up each rectangle, pressing firmly to seal long edges. Wrap each log separately in plastic. Repeat with remaining pastry sheet, butter, spiced sugar, candied fruit, and egg to create 2 more logs. Chill logs until firm, at least 3 hours and up to 1 day.
- Position 1 rack in center and second rack in top third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Using serrated knife, cut 2 logs into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (keep remaining 2 logs chilled). Arrange rounds on prepared sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Bake 12 minutes, then reverse position of sheets and bake until cookies are golden brown, about 12 minutes longer. Cool cookies on sheets on racks 5 minutes. Using spatula, transfer cookies to racks, bottom side up. Cool completely. Repeat slicing and baking with remaining 2 logs. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Store airtight between sheets of waxed paper.)
PUFF PASTRY PINWHEEL COOKIES WITH JAM
Use your favorite varieties of jam or try lemon curd. Simple cookies with a pretty presentation. From Bon Appetit Magazine, December 1995.
Provided by jenpalombi
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 40 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F Lightly butter 2 heavy large baking sheets. Roll out 1 puff pastry sheet on lightly floured surface to 16x13-inch rectangle. Trim edges neatly, forming 15x12-inch rectangle. Cut rectangle into twenty 3-inch squares. Using small sharp knife, make 1-inch-long diagonal cut in all 4 corners of 1 square, cutting toward center (do not cut through center). To form pinwheels, fold every other point of puff pastry toward center of square, pressing to adhere. Repeat with remaining puff pastry squares.
- Brush pinwheels lightly with egg glaze. Sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Place scant 1/2 teaspoon jam in center of each. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until pinwheels are golden and puffed, about 13 minutes. Using metal spatula, transfer cookies to rack and cool. Repeat with remaining puff pastry sheet, glaze, sugar and jam.
- Sprinkle cookies with powdered sugar, if desired. (Can be prepared ahead. Place cookies between waxed paper sheets in airtight containers and freeze up to 2 weeks; thaw before packing, or store airtight at room temperature up to 3 days.).
PUFF PASTRY PINWHEEL COOKIES WITH JAM
Categories Cookies Fruit Dessert Bake Christmas Kid-Friendly Condiment Winter Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 40
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly butter 2 heavy large baking sheets. Roll out 1 puff pastry sheet on lightly floured surface to 16x13-inch rectangle. Trim edges neatly, forming 15x12-inch rectangle. Cut rectangle into twenty 3-inch squares. Using small sharp knife, make 1-inch-long diagonal cut in all 4 corners of 1 square, cutting toward center (do not cut through center). To form pinwheels, fold every other point of puff pastry toward center of square, pressing to adhere. Repeat with remaining puff pastry squares.
- Brush pinwheels lightly with egg glaze. Sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Place scant 1/2 teaspoon jam in center of each. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until pinwheels are golden and puffed, about 13 minutes. Using metal spatula, transfer cookies to rack and cool. Repeat with remaining puff pastry sheet, glaze, sugar and jam.
- Sprinkle cookies with powdered sugar, if desired. (Can be prepared ahead. Place cookies between waxed paper sheets in airtight containers and freeze up to 2 weeks; thaw before packing, or store airtight at room temperature up to 3 days.)
Tips:
- Use high-quality puff pastry dough for the best results. Fresh or store-bought puff pastry will work, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- Roll out the puff pastry dough evenly and thinly. This will help to ensure that the cookies bake evenly.
- Don't overfill the pinwheels with jam. Too much jam will make them difficult to roll and may cause them to burst during baking.
- Brush the pinwheels with egg wash before baking. This will help them to brown and give them a golden color.
- Bake the pinwheels until they are golden brown and puffed up. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
Conclusion:
Puff pastry pinwheel cookies with jam are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with only a few simple ingredients and can be customized with your favorite jams or preserves. These cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.
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