Star Puff Pastry with Mascarpone Cream, Ricotta, and Nutella®
Category: Desserts
Servings: 10 pieces
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Nutella® | 150g |
| Puff Pastry | 3 sheets |
| Mascarpone Cheese | 125g |
| Cow’s Ricotta Cheese | 125g |
| Egg Whites | 1 |
| Powdered Sugar | To taste |
| Egg Yolks | 2 |
| Water | 15g |
| Granulated Sugar | 50g |
| Edible Decorations (optional) | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- Start by finding a star-shaped pastry cutter, approximately 24×28 cm in size. This will help you create the iconic star shape for your dessert.
- Lay the first sheet of puff pastry on a parchment paper and lightly brush the surface with egg white.
- Place the second sheet of puff pastry on top, aligning the edges precisely.
- Using the star-shaped cutter, gently press down at the center of the two overlapping pastry sheets to form a star.
- With a quick movement, carefully flip everything over. Gently remove the top layer of parchment paper.
- Use a knife to trim the excess pastry around the star shape, leaving a border of about 2.5 cm.
- Transfer the star to a baking tray, and lightly prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork.
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Prepare the Cream:
- In a small saucepan, dissolve the granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of water over low heat. Once it forms a syrup, pour it in a steady stream over the egg yolks while continuously whisking with electric beaters. Continue beating until the yolks are pale and cooled.
- Set the yolks aside while you prepare the rest of the cream.
- Sift the ricotta through a fine mesh strainer and use a spatula to mix it until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble the Star Pastry:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the puff pastry star for about 15-20 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- Once the pastry is done, let it cool slightly.
- In a piping bag fitted with a smooth tip (about 6mm), fill it with Nutella®.
- Pipe a layer of Nutella® over the bottom of the star pastry, spreading it evenly.
- Next, pipe a layer of mascarpone and ricotta cream over the Nutella®.
- Decorate the top with another layer of Nutella®, arranging it in a crisscross pattern for a decorative finish.
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Finishing Touches:
- Optionally, sprinkle edible decorations or sugar sprinkles over the top to add a festive touch to your dessert.
- Your Star Puff Pastry with Mascarpone Cream, Ricotta, and Nutella® is now ready to be served and enjoyed.
This Star Puff Pastry with Mascarpone Cream, Ricotta, and Nutella® is a delightful dessert perfect for special occasions or simply as a sweet treat for family and friends. The combination of flaky puff pastry, creamy mascarpone, ricotta, and the rich, velvety Nutella® creates a decadent dessert that’s both visually stunning and delicious!
