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Palmeras de hojaldre casero con crema pastelera y bañadas en chocolate | Receta #218 | GENTE DE FOOD

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Palmeras con Crema y Chocolate

Cultural Context

Palmeras con Crema y Chocolate are a delightful Spanish pastry treat, often enjoyed with coffee or as a dessert. Originating from the traditional palmera, which is a sweet puff pastry shaped like a palm leaf, this variation incorporates a rich cream filling and a decadent chocolate drizzle. These pastries are popular in Spanish bakeries and are often served during festive occasions or as a sweet snack. Their appeal has spread beyond Spain, making them a beloved treat in many cultures.

SpanishESdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 gr harina de trigo
5 gr sal
125 ml agua
250 gr mantequilla sin sal
Azúcar
2 yemas de huevo
250 ml leche
25 gr maicena
65 gr azúcar
1/2 cucharadita esencia de vainilla
200 gr chocolate para postres
40 ml aceite de girasol

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cacao nibs provide a richer flavor with less sugar.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Homemade dough can be more economical.

1

Prepare the puff pastry by mixing the flour, salt, and water to form a dough.

2

Incorporate the unsalted butter into the dough and roll it out to create layers.

3

Sprinkle sugar over the rolled-out dough and fold it to form the palm shapes.

4

For the pastry cream, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla essence in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.

5

Allow the pastry cream to cool before using it as a filling for the palm shapes.

6

Bake the palm shapes until golden brown and crispy.

7

Melt the chocolate with the sunflower oil to create a coating.

8

Dip the baked palm shapes in the chocolate mixture to coat them.

Cooking Techniques

bakingwhippingmelting

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

PalmerasPalmeras de Chocolate
Local Name: Palmeras con Crema y Chocolate

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