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Easy Strawberry Napoleon Recipe

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This Easy Strawberry Napoleon recipe features flaky puff pastry layers filled with a creamy vanilla-scented cream cheese mixture, sweet strawberry preserves, and fresh sliced strawberries. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect no-fuss dessert for gatherings or a special treat anytime.

  • Total Time: 25-27 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

  • 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons whole milk

Filling

  • 2 packages (16 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (240 g) strawberry preserves
  • 2 cups (332 g) fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the puff pastry from sticking.
  2. Cut Puff Pastry Sheets. Place one thawed puff pastry sheet on each prepared baking sheet. Cut each sheet into 6 equal-sized rectangles, making a total of 12 rectangles. Leave about ½-inch of space between each rectangle to allow for baking expansion.
  3. Apply Egg Wash. In a small bowl, whisk together the large egg and whole milk until smooth. Using a pastry brush, carefully brush the egg wash over the tops of the puff pastry rectangles, avoiding the cut edges to ensure they puff up well.
  4. Bake Puff Pastry Rectangles. Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes until they have puffed up and turned a beautiful golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling. While the puff pastries are baking, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Assemble the Napoleons. Once the pastries have cooled, gently separate the top half from the bottom half of each puff pastry rectangle.
  7. Layer the Filling. Spread 1 tablespoon of strawberry preserves on the bottom half of each pastry. Then, using a piping bag or a plastic zip bag with a small corner cut off, pipe 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling over the preserves. Arrange 5 to 6 slices of fresh strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
  8. Complete the Napoleons. Place the top half of the puff pastry over the strawberries, gently pressing to sandwich the layers together.
  9. Dust with Confectioners’ Sugar and Serve. Finish by dusting the tops of the assembled napoleons with confectioners’ sugar. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious strawberry napoleons!

Notes

  • Ensure puff pastry is thoroughly thawed before cutting to prevent cracking.
  • Brush only the tops of the pastries with egg wash; avoid the edges to allow proper puffing.
  • Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • These desserts are best enjoyed the same day to keep the puff pastry crisp.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day; refrigeration may cause the pastry to soften.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/easy-strawberry-napoleon-recipe/