When I was thinking of a dessert for Valentine’s Day, I immediately thought of Palmier cookies. Palmiers are little heart-shaped cookies. Palmier means Palm in French and if you see, these cookies also resemble the leaves of a Palm tree. But to me personally, they look more like hearts and remind me of the Little Hearts cookies we ate growing up in India. Baking and eating these Palmier cookies is very nostalgic and transports me back to my childhood.
In this article, we will guide you step-by-step through the process of making Palmier cookies with ease. From preparing the puff pastry to shaping and baking the cookies, we will ensure that your Palmiers turn out perfect every time.
Whether you are an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this three-ingredient Palmier cookie recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your loved ones. So, grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let’s embark on a delicious adventure of simplicity and taste.
Ingredients used to make Palmier Cookies
Palmier Cookies are probably the easiest French dessert you can make.
This Palmier Cookies recipe requires only 3 ingredients and very little hands-on time but the wow factor of when it finally comes out of the oven is amazing.
Here are the 3 ingredients:
- Puff Pastry
- Cinnamon powder
- Sugar
Store-bought puff pastry dough is a lifesaver. It is such a versatile ingredient made of butter and all-purpose flour. I almost always have a pack in my freezer, and it comes in handy to make so many sweet and savory dishes.
How to make Palmier Cookies
Follow these steps to make the perfect Palmier Cookies:
- Defrost the puff pastry as per package directions.
- In a bowl mix sugar and cinnamon.
- On a clean kitchen counter, spread half of the sugar. Lay the defrosted puff pastry on it. Evenly spread the remaining sugar on top of the puff pastry. Now, with the help of a large rolling pin, roll the puff pastry to approximately 13 inch X 13 inch square.
- Fold the two sides of the puff pastry towards the center so they go halfway to the middle. Fold them again so the two folds meet exactly in the middle of the dough. Then fold 1 half over the other half to resemble a closed book. This will give you 6 layers.
- If the dough has become soft and is difficult to cut, place the folded puff pastry on a cookie sheet and stick it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes (optional). With a sharp knife cut the folded puff pastry in ½ inch pieces.
- There will be a lot of sugar mix left on the kitchen counter after rolling and cutting the puff pastry. Gather the leftover sugar in a bowl. Dip each of the cut puff pastry piece in the sugar mix to coat it nicely.
- Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and place 15 cookies on a cookie sheet.
Place the cookie sheets in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes to an hour. You can skip this step if you are in a rush. - While the cookies are in the refrigerator, preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, take it out of the oven, flip it using a spatula, and bake it again for 4-5 minutes on the second side. Carefully watch the cookies from the oven door for the last 1-2 minutes of baking time. The cookies should have a nice caramelization and should be crunchy and crisp.
- Cool the cookies on a rack. The cookies harden as they cool. Store in an airtight container.
What you see in the picture above:
- First fold
- Second fold to the center
- Third fold to make a book
- Cut in 1/2 inch pieces
Recipe tips to make Palmier cookies at home
These recipe tips will help you make the best version of these Palmier Cookies:
- When folding the puff pasty dough, try to be as neat as possible. This will determine the shape of the cookies after baking.
- When ready to cut the dough, if the dough has become soft and is difficult to cut, place the folded puff pastry on a cookie sheet and stick it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes
- If you like your Palmier cookies to have extra caramelization, be generous when you dip the cut cookies in sugar mix.
FAQs- Palmier Cookies
If you use vegan puff pastry dough and vegan sugar, you can certainly make these cookies vegan.
Absolutely! While store-bought puff pastry works well, you can also use homemade puff pastry if you prefer. Just ensure that it is rolled out to a similar thickness as the store-bought version.
Absolutely! If you prefer a healthier option, you can use alternative sweeteners such as coconut sugar or a natural sweetener like stevia. Keep in mind that the taste and texture may vary slightly.
Other delicious cookie recipes to try
Recipe Card- Palmier Cookies
Palmier Cookies: The Easiest 3-Ingredient Recipe
Discover the joy of simplicity with my 3-ingredient Palmier cookies recipe. With just puff pastry, cinnamon powder, and sugar, you can create delectable, flaky cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Join me on a sweet and effortless baking adventure with this easy-to-follow recipe.
24
servings15
minutes11
minutes1 hour
Ingredients
1 sheet Pepperidge farm puff pastry (1 package includes 2 sheets)
1 cup Sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
Method
- Defrost the puff pastry as per package directions.
- In a bowl mix sugar and cinnamon. On a clean kitchen counter, spread half of the sugar. Lay the defrosted puff pastry on it. Evenly spread the remaining sugar on top of the puff pastry. Now, with the help of a large rolling pin, roll the puff pastry to approximately 13 inch X 13 inch square.
- Folding- Fold the two sides of the puff pastry towards the center so they go halfway to the middle. Fold them again so the two folds meet exactly in the middle of the dough. Then fold 1 half over the other half to resemble a closed book. This will give you 6 layers.
- If the dough has become soft and is difficult to cut, place the folded puff pastry on a cookie sheet and stick it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes (optional). With a sharp knife cut the folded puff pastry in ½ inch pieces.
- There will be a lot of sugar mix left on the kitchen counter after rolling and cutting the puff pastry. Gather the leftover sugar in a bowl. Dip each of the cut puff pastry pieces in the sugar mix to coat it nicely.
- Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and place 15 cookies on a cookie sheet.
Place the cookie sheets in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes to an hour. You can skip this step if you are in a rush. - While the cookies are in the refrigerator, preheat the oven to 450 F.
Bake in the pre-heated oven for 7-8 minutes, take it out of the oven, flip it using a spatula, and bake it again for 4-5 minutes on the second side. Carefully watch the cookies from the oven door for the last 1-2 minutes of baking time. The cookies should have a nice caramelization and should be crunchy and crisp. - Cool the cookies on a rack. The cookies harden as they cool. Store in an airtight container.
Recipe Video
Tips
- When folding the puff pasty dough, try to be as neat as possible. This will determine the shape of the cookies after baking.
- When ready to cut the dough, if the dough has become soft and is difficult to cut, place the folded puff pastry on a cookie sheet and stick it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes
- If you like your Palmier cookies to have extra caramelization, be generous when you dip the cut cookies in sugar mix.
