Puff pastry with a surprise
4 servings
60 minutes
Surprise pastries are a cozy Russian treat that captivates with its simplicity and refined combination of flavors. At their core are apples and pears that reveal themselves during baking, becoming even more tender and aromatic. Their filling of toffee and nuts adds sweetness and a light crunch. The puff pastry transforms into a golden crust, giving the dish airiness and sophistication. This delicacy is perfect for cozy home evenings, tea gatherings with loved ones, or festive meetings. Russian cuisine is known for its warmth and soulfulness, and surprise pastries are a bright testament to that. With each crunchy bite, a little sweet secret unfolds, leaving a pleasant aftertaste and a desire to try more.
1
Prepare apples and pears, remove the stems, cut in half, and remove the core with a teaspoon or knife. Make shallow cuts along the halves of the apples and pears.
- Apple: 3 pieces
- Pears: 3 pieces
2
Place a piece of caramel and a nut inside the halves.
- Soft toffee (fudge): 100 g
- Nuts: 10 pieces
3
Dust the work surface well with flour. Take out the slightly frozen dough. Place halves of apples and pears on it and cut out shapes of apples and pears with leaves and stems using a knife.
- Puff pastry: 450 g
4
Mix the egg, powdered sugar, and vanilla sugar.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Icing sugar: 20 g
- Vanilla sugar: 10 g
5
Brush the pastries with egg mixture.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
6
Bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees.