Albero di Natale di pasta sfoglia

Ingredienti

• 1 17.3 oz package frozen Puff Pastry (thawed)
• 1/3 cup strawberry jam
• 1 large egg
• 1 Tablespoon water
• 2 Tablespoons raw sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 Tablespoon milk
• splash vanilla extract

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400º F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Let the puff pastry sheets thaw completely, and then unfold and gently roll into a 10x13 inch rectangle. Place the two sheets on top of each other, on your lined baking sheet.

3. 3

   Using a sharp knife, or even a pizza cutter, cut into a large triangle. Using the scraps, cut out a rectangle for the tree trunk and a star for the top of the tree.

4. 4

   Next you will need to cut your branches. About every 1 inch going up the tree you will want to cut slits in the dough, making sure to leave about 2 inches in the center fully intact.

5. 5

   Carefully remove the top layer of puff pastry and then spread on your jam evenly over the entire surface.

6. 6

   Place the top layer over the jam and then twist the branches. Taking the top and bottom with the jam in between and gently twist 1-3 times.

7. 7

   Beat together the egg and water and then brush over the top of the tree. Sprinkle with the raw sugar.

8. 8

   Place in the oven and bake for 15-17 minutes, until it has puffed up and is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

9. 9

   If using the glaze mix together the ingredients, stirring until smooth and dippable. Use more or less milk to get your desired consistency.