Peach and Cream Puff Pastry Dessert

Peach and Cream Puff Pastry Dessert

Table of Contents

Ingredients:

For the Puff Pastry Base:

    • 250 g puff pastry

  • Water
  • 2 teaspoons of sugar

For the Peach Filling:

    • 500 g peaches in syrup
    • 60 g sugar
    • 15 g cornstarch

  • 120 ml (4 fl oz) water

For the Cream Filling:

    • 500 g Greek yogurt

    • 200 ml (6.7 fl oz) cream
    • 200 g condensed milk
    • 10 g (0.35 oz) agar agar

For Decoration:

  • 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar

Instructions:

Prepare the Puff Pastry Base:

    1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (355 °F).
    2. Roll out 250 g of puff pastry to fit a 22 cm (8.5 inch) baking shape.

    1. Place the puff pastry in the baking shape and brush with water.
    2. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of sugar over the pastry.
    3. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

  1. Remove from the oven and let it cool.

Prepare the Peach Filling:

    1. Drain 500 g of peaches in syrup and cut them into slices.

    1. In a saucepan, mix 60 g of sugar and 15 g of cornstarch.
    2. Add 120 ml (4 fl oz) of water and stir constantly while bringing to a boil.
    3. Once thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.

Prepare the Cream Filling:

    1. In a saucepan, combine 500 g of Greek yogurt, 200 ml (6.7 fl oz) of cream, and 200 g of condensed milk.
    2. Add 10 g (0.35 oz) of agar agar and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.

    1. Once the mixture begins to thicken, allow it to cool for 8-10 minutes.
    2. Pour the cream filling over the cooled puff pastry base.
    3. Refrigerate for 2 hours until set.
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Assemble the Dessert:

    1. Spread the cooled peach filling over the cream filling.
    2. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar for decoration.

Serve:

  1. Slice and serve your delicious peach and cream puff pastry dessert.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve chilled, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Pair with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

Cooking Tips:

  • Ensure the puff pastry is fully cooled before adding the cream filling to prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • You can use fresh peaches instead of canned if they are in season.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • Greek yogurt provides a good source of protein and calcium.
  • Peaches add vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber.

Dietary Information:

  • This recipe contains dairy and gluten. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free puff pastry. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based yogurt, cream, and condensed milk substitutes.

Storage:

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.