Recipe: Crescent Roll Dough Palmiers π₯
Description: These Crescent Roll Dough Palmiers are a delightful cheat’s version of traditional Palmiers, also known as Elephant Ears or PigTails. They boast a flaky, buttery texture with a hint of lemon, making them irresistible treats for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting last-minute guests or craving a quick dessert fix, these palmiers are your perfect go-to option.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 11 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 24 palmiers
Calories: 38 per palmier
Ingredients:
- 4-6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and prepare your baking sheets by greasing them lightly.
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Prepare lemon sugar mixture: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with the zest of 2 lemons. Mix well and set aside.
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Prepare work surface: Sprinkle some of the remaining granulated sugar generously onto a clean work surface, ensuring it’s enough to dust the area well.
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Prepare crescent roll dough: Open the tube of crescent roll dough and separate it into two rectangular pieces. Press together any perforations to ensure you have two flat separate rectangles.
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Roll out dough: Roll out each rectangle separately onto the sugared surface to even out the dough and prevent sticking.
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Brush with beaten egg: Using a pastry brush, evenly coat both pieces of dough with the beaten egg. If necessary, you can use an additional egg white for better coverage.
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Sprinkle lemon sugar mixture: Sprinkle the prepared sugar and lemon zest mixture evenly over each rectangle of dough, ensuring it covers the surface.
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Roll up dough: Starting with one rectangle of dough, roll up the left and right longest sides of the rectangle jelly-roll style into the center, meeting at the center.
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Slice the dough: With a sharp knife, cut small slices approximately 1/4 inch thick from the short edge of the rolled-up dough. Each cut piece should resemble a bowtie, with two coils at either side.
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Arrange on baking sheets: Place the cut side down, so they lie flat, onto the greased baking sheets. Ensure there is enough space between each palmier to allow for expansion during baking.
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Sprinkle with sugar: Lightly sprinkle the remaining granulated sugar over the prepared palmiers on the baking sheets.
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Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 11 minutes or until the palmiers turn golden brown and crispy.
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Cool: Allow the palmiers to cool for 1 minute on the baking sheets before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Serve: Once cooled, serve these delightful Crescent Roll Dough Palmiers as a delightful treat with tea or coffee, or as a sweet ending to any meal.
These palmiers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days, although they are best enjoyed fresh on the day they are baked. Enjoy the flaky, buttery goodness of these palmiers with their delightful hint of lemon!
