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Raspberry Cream Napoleons Recipe

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Delight in these elegant Raspberry Cream Napoleons, featuring crisp, golden puff pastry layers filled with luscious whipped cream and fresh raspberries. This dessert combines flaky textures with a light, creamy filling, enhanced optionally by mascarpone and a tangy raspberry glaze for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for entertaining or a special treat, these Napoleons are easy to assemble yet impressively beautiful.

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Cream Filling

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone or cream cheese (optional, for added richness)

Fruit & Glaze

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 1 tbsp raspberry jam (optional, for glaze or drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into 6 equal rectangles. Prick each rectangle all over with a fork to prevent excessive puffing.
  2. Bake puff pastry: Place the rectangles on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and fully puffed. Remove from oven and let them cool completely before assembling.
  3. Make the cream filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the mascarpone or cream cheese if using, to add richness and creaminess. Chill the mixture until ready to use.
  4. Assemble the Napoleons: Carefully slice each puff pastry rectangle horizontally into two layers. Spread a generous amount of the whipped cream filling on the bottom half and top with fresh raspberries. Place the top pastry half over the filling to complete the Napoleon.
  5. Finish and serve: Optionally, warm the raspberry jam slightly and drizzle it over each assembled Napoleon. Dust the tops with powdered sugar for a classic, elegant finish. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 4 hours before serving to keep fresh.

Notes

  • For added flavor and stability, mascarpone or cream cheese is optional but recommended in the cream filling.
  • Pricking the puff pastry prevents uneven puffing and ensures a flat surface ideal for layering.
  • The dessert is best served the same day or within 4 hours of assembly to preserve puff pastry crispness.
  • You can substitute frozen raspberries if fresh are not available; just thaw and drain excess moisture before use.
  • Raspberry jam glaze adds a beautiful sheen and extra fruit flavor but can be omitted for simplicity.

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