MAKING JOULUTORTTU THE FINNISH CHRISTMAS PASTRY AND TRADITIONS IN FINLAND

plum jam

🥗Healthier: homemade fruit spread

💰Cheaper: apple butter

Homemade spread can reduce sugar content and costs.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: shortcrust pastry

Whole wheat adds fiber, while shortcrust is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until thin.

Cut the pastry into squares or triangles, about 10cm in size.

Place a teaspoon of plum jam in the center of each pastry piece.

Fold the corners of the pastry over the jam to create a star shape.

Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Sprinkle with sugar and a pinch of cinnamon.

Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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