How to Make the Perfect Cinnamon Sugar Palmiers
French · Easy · 15 min · 12 servings
These elegant Cinnamon Sugar Palmiers use store-bought puff pastry to create a bakery-worthy cookie in just 15 minutes. This quick dessert looks impressive but requires almost zero effort to pull together.
Why this recipe works
This Cinnamon Sugar Palmiers recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 140 calories with 2g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 4 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry thawed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Sugar Mixture
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix well.
Step 2: Coat and Fold Pastry
Brush the puff pastry sheet with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Fold both long sides toward the center meeting in the middle, then fold in half again to create a log shape. Slice into half inch pieces.
Step 3: Bake
Place sliced palmiers cut side down on the prepared baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and caramelized. Watch closely as they can burn quickly.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- granulated sugar → brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor
- ground cinnamon → cardamom and orange zest for an aromatic twist
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not watching closely during baking which causes the caramelized sugar to burn and turn bitter
- Slicing the palmiers too thin which makes them fall apart before they reach the oven
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 140 calories, 2g protein, 18g carbs, 7g fat, 0g fiber.
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