Description
These Strawberry Tartlets feature flaky puff pastry topped with sweetened strawberries infused with a hint of rosewater, making a delightful and elegant dessert that’s perfect for spring or summer gatherings. The golden tart edges and fragrant rose petal garnish add a beautiful touch to this easy-to-make treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Strawberry Topping
- 1 pint strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon rosewater
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried crushed rose petals
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the tartlets.
- Prepare the strawberries: Slice the strawberries into thin rounds and transfer them to a small mixing bowl. Toss them gently with the granulated sugar and rosewater, then let them rest for at least five minutes. This will allow the strawberries to macerate, releasing their juices and blending with the rosewater flavor.
- Cut the puff pastry: On a clean surface, use a 3 1/2 inch wide cookie cutter to cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 heart shapes. Alternatively, you can cut the pastry into 10 to 12 rectangular pieces if you prefer simpler shapes.
- Assemble the tartlets: Place the pastry shapes evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Arrange the strawberry rounds on top of each pastry piece, shaking off any excess sugar or moisture from the berries. Leave a 1/4 inch border around the edges to allow the pastry to puff and brown nicely.
- Bake: Put the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Watch for the pastry to become golden brown and puffed around the edges, which indicates they are done.
- Cool and garnish: Remove the tartlets from the oven and let them cool for 2 to 3 minutes to firm up slightly. Then dust them lightly with powdered sugar and sprinkle the dried crushed rose petals over the top for a fragrant, decorative finish.
Notes
- To keep the puff pastry crisp, avoid using overly juicy strawberries; pat them dry after macerating if necessary.
- The rosewater adds a delicate floral note; if you don’t have it, you can omit or substitute with a small amount of vanilla extract.
- Serve the tartlets slightly warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
- Fresh rose petals can be used as a garnish if available.
