Puff pastry cookies with filling
12 servings
60 minutes
Layered cookies with filling are a refined and delicate dessert from Russian culinary traditions. The light, airy dough with crispy edges perfectly complements the aromatic jam, creating a harmony of taste: the sweetness of the filling is balanced by the subtle creaminess of the dough. These cookies are great for cozy tea gatherings, reminiscent of home evenings and family get-togethers. Historically, layered pastries were widely used in Russian cuisine due to their texture and ease of preparation. In this recipe, each step is aimed at creating the perfect shape and flavor: the dough is rolled out, cut, edged, and baked until golden brown. The jam is added after baking to preserve its juiciness. These cookies will be a wonderful addition to tea, adding a special charm to the moment.
1
Prepare all the ingredients. Take the dough out of the freezer.
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 200 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 2–3 mm.
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 200 g
3
Cut several strips of dough with a pizza cutter. Cut the dough into squares with a side of 5 cm.
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 200 g
4
Brush the edges of the blanks with beaten egg.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
5
Place strips of dough on the edges of the blanks to create borders.
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 200 g
6
Prick each cookie with a fork.
7
Place a little jam in the center of each cookie.
- Jam: 100 g
8
Grease the edges with leftover beaten egg.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
9
Bake cookies at 200 degrees for 10 minutes. Cool on a rack.
10
Serve puff pastry cookies with tea.