Puff Pastry Cookies

Puff pastry cookies are delightful treats made from layers of flaky puff pastry. They can be sweet or savory, depending on your preference. Here's a recipe for sweet puff pastry cookies:

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
• 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the puff pastry package or to 400°F (200°C) if using homemade puff pastry.
2. If using frozen puff pastry, allow it to thaw according to the package instructions.
3. Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet to about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thickness.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon (if using).
5. Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the entire surface of the rolled-out puff pastry.
6. Gently press the sugar mixture into the pastry using your hands or a rolling pin.
7. Starting from one end, tightly roll the puff pastry sheet into a log. Once rolled, lightly press the seam to seal it.
8. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into cookies about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick.
9. Place the cookies onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them to allow for expansion.
10. Brush the tops of the cookies with beaten egg to give them a golden and shiny appearance.
11. Bake the puff pastry cookies in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
12. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Optionally, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Enjoy your homemade puff pastry cookies as a delightful snack or dessert with a cup of tea or coffee. They are best served fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for a couple of days.