Ingredients and Weight:
- Puff Pastry Sheets - 2 (250 grams each)
- Grated Cheese - 1 cup
- Sugar - 3 tablespoons
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon - 1 tablespoon
- Eggs - 2
- Milk - 1 cup
- Butter - 50 grams (for brushing the pastry)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including preparation of ingredients and assembly)
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, mix the grated cheese, sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together. Set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to make them smooth.
- Cut the pastry into bear claw shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Brush each bear claw with melted butter.
- Place the bear claws on a baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until they begin to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the egg-milk mixture. This will give them a shiny appearance.
- Top each bear claw with the cheese mixture.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the pastry is fully cooked.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the weight of each bear claw is 50 grams)
Calories: 350kcal, Fat: 20g, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 10g, Sodium: 200mg (Nutritional values may vary depending on ingredients used)
Dish Characteristics:
- A sweet and savory combination of flavors with the rich taste of cheese and pastry.
- The bear claws have a crispy exterior and a tender interior, providing a delightful texture.
- The dish is visually appealing with its golden brown color and bear claw shape.
User Comments:
- "These bear claws were delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect." - John Doe, New York
- "The pastry was crispy and the cheese filling was creamy and delicious." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
- "I love how these bear claws are shaped and they were very easy to make." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to roll out the puff pastry sheets evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcook the bear claws; they should be golden brown and crispy.
- Use fresh ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture of the dish.
