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Homemade Flakies with Raspberry Compote & Vanilla Cream

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These flaky, golden puff pastry squares are layered with tangy raspberry compote and rich vanilla cream, creating a heavenly balance of buttery crunch and sweet, airy filling. Inspired by classic Canadian treats, they’re perfect for brunch, dessert trays, or elegant afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • For the Raspberry Compote:
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water (optional, to thin if needed)
  • For the Vanilla Cream:
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups icing sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Pastry:
  • 2 sheets puff pastry (12-inch squares)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 rounded tbsp icing sugar (for dusting)
  • Granulated sugar (for topping before baking)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place puff pastry sheets on the sheet and cut into 12 even rectangles. Brush with egg wash (egg + milk) and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  3. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden and puffed. Let cool completely.
  4. For the compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, cook raspberries, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened (5–7 minutes). Thin with water if needed. Let cool.
  5. For the cream: Whip cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat butter, icing sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold whipped cream into the butter mixture until fully combined.
  6. Slice baked pastry squares horizontally. Spread raspberry compote on the bottom half, then pipe or spread vanilla cream over the compote. Top with the other pastry half.
  7. Dust with icing sugar and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use store-bought raspberry jam if short on time.
  • Ensure pastries are fully cooled before adding filling to prevent melting.
  • Try other berries for seasonal variations.
  • Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours before serving.

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