Feuilletés rhum vanille

Vanilla and Rum Puff Pastries

Vanilla and rum puff pastries combine the crispness of puff pastry with the aromatic richness of Madagascar Bourbon vanilla and the subtlety of rum. A perfect treat for relaxing moments or to impress your guests.

Ingredients for 4 to 6 pastries:

• 1 all-butter puff pastry
• 200 ml homemade pastry cream (see recipe below)
• 1 Bourbon vanilla pod
• 2 tablespoons of dark rum
• 50 g of icing sugar

Instructions :

Step 1: Prepare the pastry cream

1. In a saucepan, heat 200 ml of whole milk with the vanilla seeds (scraped from the pod). Let it infuse.
2. In a bowl, whisk 2 egg yolks with 50g of sugar and 25g of cornstarch until smooth.
3. Gradually whisk in the hot milk, then return the mixture to a simmer. Stir constantly until the cream thickens.
4. Add the amber rum off the heat, mix well and let cool.

Step 2: Assemble the puff pastries

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.
2. Cut the puff pastry into squares or circles.
3. Place a spoonful of cooled pastry cream in the center of each piece of dough.
4. Fold the dough to form a sealed turnover or square. Use a fork to press the edges.
5. Brush the top of the dough with milk or egg yolk for a nice golden brown.

Step 3: Bake the puff pastries

1. Place the pastries on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
2. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.

Step 4: Finishing

1. Once the pastries are lukewarm, sprinkle them generously with icing sugar .
2. Enjoy immediately or let cool before serving.

Variants:

• For a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with a few orange or lemon zests.
• Add chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence.

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FAQ:

Can I prepare the puff pastries in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the pastries and reheat them in the oven at 150°C before serving to restore their crispness.

How long do they keep?

The pastries are best the same day, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.