Delicious Palmier Cookies

Ingredients:

1. Puff pastry sheets (1 package, thawed if frozen)
2. Granulated sugar (1 cup)
3. Ground cinnamon (1-2 teaspoons, optional)

Preparation Steps:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Sugar Coating:
   • In a shallow bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon if using. Mix well.
3. Roll Out Puff Pastry:
   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle.
4. Sprinkle Sugar Mixture:
   • Sprinkle a generous amount of the sugar mixture evenly over the entire surface of the puff pastry.
5. Fold Puff Pastry:
   • Starting from one of the longer sides, carefully fold the pastry inward, rolling it towards the center.
6. Repeat Folding:
   • Fold the other side in, meeting at the center to create a double-layered roll. Press the folds lightly to seal.
7. Slice the Roll:
   • Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled pastry into 1/2-inch thick slices.
8. Coat with Sugar:
   • Dip each slice into the sugar mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated.
9. Arrange on Baking Sheet:
   • Place the coated slices on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will expand during baking.
10. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown and have caramelized.
11. Cool:
    • Allow the Palmier Cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Serve:
    • Once cooled, these flaky and crispy cookies are ready to be enjoyed with your favorite hot beverage.

Palmier Cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing with their elegant shape. Enjoy the layers of sweetness in each crispy bite!