English Cherubs

Delight your taste buds with English Cherubs, a quick and irresistible pastry treat that’s as elegant as it is simple to make. Featuring layers of buttery puff pastry enveloping a vibrant fruit jam filling, these flaky, golden squares are finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar and a hint of crunch from a granulated sugar glaze. Perfectly suited for morning tea, an afternoon snack, or a charming dessert, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of bake time, making it ideal for busy bakers. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and a sweet, fruity center, these English Cherubs are destined to become a family favorite. Serve them warm or at room temperature to elevate any occasion with a touch of British-inspired elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 1 cup Fruit jam (such as raspberry or strawberry)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out one puff pastry sheet into a rectangle approximately 12x9 inches.

Step 3

Spread half of the fruit jam evenly over the rolled-out pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 4

Roll out the second puff pastry sheet to the same size and place it over the jam-covered sheet, pressing gently to seal the edges.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.

Step 6

Brush the top of the pastry with the egg wash and sprinkle evenly with granulated sugar for a slight crunch.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, slice the pastry into 12 equal rectangles or squares.

Step 8

Transfer the cut pastries to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Dust the cooled pastries with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your English Cherubs with tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	438.3 grams (438.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1352

Total Fat 44.00g	56%
Saturated Fat 12.20g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 611mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 233.10g	85%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 134.20g
Protein 15.10g	30%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 68mg	5%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 304mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 67.1%