Raspberry Cream Napoleons
Raspberry Cream Napoleons are elegant layered desserts made with flaky puff pastry, sweet whipped cream, and fresh raspberries. They’re easy to assemble and perfect for special occasions or a quick, show-stopping treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 Napoleons
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Optional: 2 tbsp raspberry jam or preserves
- Optional garnish: extra powdered sugar, mint leaves, or chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut puff pastry into 12 rectangles (about 3×2 inches). Place on baking sheet and prick with a fork.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and puffed. Let cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Optional: fold in raspberry jam.
- To assemble: layer pastry with cream and raspberries, top with another pastry, and repeat. Finish with a final pastry piece.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate. Chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- Swap raspberries with other berries like strawberries or blueberries.
- Add lemon zest to the cream for extra brightness.
- Store pastry and cream separately if making ahead; assemble just before serving.
- Use store-bought puff pastry for convenience.
- Serve cold or at room temperature for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Napoleon
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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