Puff Pastry Cherry Crostata

Delicious Puff Pastry Cherry Crostata Recipe for Effortless Dessert Delight

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 4

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg (for egg wash)
Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

Prepare the Cherry Filling
In a medium bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Stir gently until coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes so flavors can meld and juices start releasing
Roll Out the Puff Pastry
Lightly flour a clean surface. Unfold the puff pastry and roll it out into a 10-inch square. Move the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add the Cherry Mixture
Spoon the cherry filling into the center of the pastry, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges. Fold the edges over the filling, pleating as needed. Leave the center open
Apply Egg Wash
Beat the egg and brush it over the folded edges. This will give the crust a beautiful golden finish.
Bake to Perfection
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the crostata for 25–30 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles.
Cool and Serve
Let the crostata cool slightly before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar for a charming touch.

Notes

Thaw the puff pastry completely before using to prevent cracks while unfolding.
You can use a mix of sweet and tart cherries for a more balanced flavor.
If the filling releases too much liquid, sprinkle a teaspoon of breadcrumbs or almond flour on the pastry before adding cherries.
Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the cherries.
Let the crostata cool slightly before slicing to help the filling set.

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