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Golden Palmiers, elephant ear cookies - ItalianCookies.com
Learn how to make classic French Palmiers, also known as elephant ear cookies, with just two simple ingredients—puff pastry and sugar. This easy, no-fuss recipe creates light, crispy, and caramelized cookies perfect for tea time, holiday platters, or a quick sweet treat. Ready in minutes and baked to golden perfection, these homemade Palmiers are a delicious blend of buttery layers and sweet crunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 Egg for egg wash + Spash of milk

Method
 

  1. Thaw the puff pastry sheets (if using frozen) but make sure they are still cold
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Sprinkle sugar over a clean surface and place the puff pastry on top. Sprinkle more sugar evenly over the top of the dough.
  4. Roll out the pastry into a 10x10 inch square, pressing the sugar into the dough.
  5. Fold the sides of the square inward so they meet in the center. Then fold both sides again toward the center to create a log with 6 layers.
  6. Place the slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle lightly with more sugar.
  7. Whisk one egg with a dash of milk then apply a light egg wash on top of the pastry, and dust with more sugar, if desired.
  8. Bake for 9–10 minutes, flip each cookie, and bake for another 9–10 minutes, until golden brown and caramelized.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of cinnamon to the sugar.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.