Chaussons aux Figues (Fig Turnovers)
Chaussons aux Figues are a delightful French pastry filled with sweet fig jam. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack with coffee.
Nutrition
Calories: 180cal
Carbohydrate: 22g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 100mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
20 min Cook
40 min Total
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup (120g) fig jam
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 equal squares.
- Place a spoonful of fig jam in the center of each square. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the turnovers with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Tip: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.