Description
Golden, buttery, and filled with luscious peaches, this Effortless Peach Puff Pastry recipe is a must-try for anyone craving quick breakfast treats, easy dessert ideas, or impressive snacks without the hassle. These flaky peach-filled delights are the ultimate answer to last-minute brunches, dinner parties, or when you just need something sweet and satisfying. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this easy recipe brings bakery-quality results right to your kitchen. From the crisp, golden layers of puff pastry to the juicy, slightly caramelized peaches tucked inside, every bite is a perfect harmony of texture and taste.
Ingredients
1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
1 cup peaches (fresh or canned), sliced
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon cornstarch (if using fresh peaches)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into 3×4 inch rectangles.
- Toss fresh peaches with cornstarch and cinnamon if using. Drain canned peaches if using those.
- Place peach slices on half of the pastry rectangles, leaving a border around the edges.
- Cover with the remaining pastry rectangles, sealing the edges with a fork.
- Score the tops lightly and brush with egg wash. Sprinkle sugar if desired.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until puffed and golden.
- Cool on a rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert