Mini Strawberry-Filled Croissants (Printable Version)

Flaky pastries filled with fresh strawberries, ideal for brunch or a sweet snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen

→ Fruit Filling

02 - 6 to 8 fresh strawberries, sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for filling)
04 - Strawberry jam, a small spoonful per croissant (optional)

→ Assembly and Finish

05 - 1 egg
06 - 1 tablespoon water
07 - Powdered sugar, for dusting
08 - Cream cheese, a small spoonful per croissant (optional)

# Steps To Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, shaping it into a rectangle. Slice into triangles approximately 8 centimetres wide at their base.
02 - Arrange 1 to 2 strawberry slices at the wide base of each triangle. Optionally, add a small dollop of strawberry jam or cream cheese. Gently roll from the wide base to the tip to shape the croissant.
03 - Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the surface of each croissant. Bake on a parchment-lined tray for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
04 - Allow to cool slightly. Generously dust with powdered sugar before serving, either warm or at room temperature.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - For best results, use slightly underripe strawberries to avoid excess moisture, and refrain from overfilling to prevent leakage during baking.