Hello, friends, welcome to Paulina Kitchen! Today's recipe is for lovers of bittersweet flavors. We are going to talk about phosphorites , some puff pastry snacks, with ham and cheese , which are the first to disappear in any birthday tray or family parties.
The most beautiful thing about these snacks, in addition to that layer of golden sugar, is that they are very easy to make. The phosphorit recipe that we are going to share today is very simple and perfect to surprise your children in the next snack with their friends, or to eat alone with a good mate. Do we do it?
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About phosphorites
Phosphorites puff pastry delicates that are characterized by its light and crockery texture . Generally, they are filled with ham and cheese , although there are also sweet versions with dulce de leche, but in that case we are talking about invoices , another classic of Argentine snacks that includes the croissants .
The magic of these snacks is in the puff pastry mass that contrasts with the taste and texture of ham and cheese , and in the final touch of glaze or brightness that makes them so tempting. They are ideal for any occasion and easy to do at home if the correct procedure is followed.
Why do we love phosphorites?
The love for these snacks is no novelty. They are easy to do, delicious and versatile. Its name comes from its rectangular and elongated shape, reminiscent of a match box.
Their popularity is due to combining crunchy texture, creamy filling and a sweet touch in coverage , which makes them irresistible. In addition, they are easy to eat and share, so they always appear in the Argentine tables on any special occasion or simply to give a pleasure.
Ham and cheese phosphorites: 6 characteristics that make them unique
- Puff pastry mass : crispy and light, with well -defined layers.
- Generous filling : with abundant ham and cheese, a pair that we love.
- Sweet glaze : a layer of syrup or sugar that brights and an incredible flavor contrast.
- Versatility : They can eat cold or hot , and are perfect to accompany mates, coffee, and even with a capuchino .
- Ideal size : just for a satisfactory bite without being too heavy.
- Easy to prepare : The recipe can be done with mass for purchased or homemade phosphorites.
The best mass to make ham and cheese phosphorites
Although in bakeries and confectionery they usually use industrial puff pastry mass , the good news is that at home you can make phosphorites with bought or homemade puff pastry . For those looking for practicality, the supermarket cake masses work very well, provided they have a good percentage of butter to achieve the ideal texture.
But if they want to carry puff pastry phosphorites to the next level, making the homemade dough is a true before and after. To achieve this effect of crispy layers, the classic puff pastry technique , which consists of wrapping cold butter inside the dough and performing a series of folds and stretched.
The secret of the puff pastry is to respect the times of cold and not knead too much. This ensures that phosphorites dough has that perfect puff pastry effect and the crispy texture we are looking for.
8 tricks to make perfect ham and cheese phosphorites
- Use a good cheese : the best is a cheese that melts but maintaining its structure, such as a Danbo cheese or similar.
- Cut the puff pastry with a very sharp knife : this helps the layers open correctly in the oven.
- Cooking the puff pastry first : ham and cheese can be placed more easily with cooked layers. You can cook a few more minutes to melt the cheese, or leave them cold.
- Brush to give shine and sweetness : that irresistible brightness of bakery is achieved brushing phosphorites with a light syrup after baking. Although a layer of sugar on beaten egg is also perfect.
- Respect the cold time of the dough : if the puff pastry is very soft, it can be disassembled in the oven.
- Cook in a very hot oven : this helps the puff pastry to inflate rapidly and are well crisp.
- If they are done in advance : they must be saved in a hermetic container and reheat them in the oven at low temperature . The microwave is not a friend of the puff pastry.
- Phosphorites without oven: they can be done in a bass or air frying pan (eye because the puff pastry is very light and the air above may burn it).
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Ham and Cheese Phosphorites Recipe
Yield: 12 phosphorites
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 puff pastry tapas (they can be commercial cake masses)
- 200 g of cooked ham
- 200 g of mozzarella cheese or pategrás
- 1 beaten egg (to brown)
- Sugar (necessary quantity)
How to make puff pastry in 5 steps
- Place the puff pastry one on top of the other on a floured surface and cut into even rectangles.
- Place on a plate, brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with sugar and prick with a fork.
- Take a strong preheated oven (200ºC) and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove and separate with the help of a knife. Place a small margin at the edges on half of the rectangles . Cover the other puff pastry and press the edges well.
- You can eat like this, or bake for a few minutes until the cheese softens . Enjoy them!
