Best 2 Easy Strawberry Napoleons Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Strawberry Napoleons, a culinary masterpiece that elevates the classic Mille-feuille to new heights. Composed of layers of flaky puff pastry, luscious strawberry filling, and velvety pastry cream, this dessert is a symphony of textures and tastes that will delight your palate. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and tart as the vibrant strawberries dance harmoniously with the rich creaminess of the filling, all wrapped in a blanket of golden, buttery puff pastry. With three variations to choose from - Strawberry Napoleons, Strawberry Cream Cheese Napoleons, and No-Bake Strawberry Napoleons - this recipe caters to every taste and skill level. Embark on a culinary journey and create a show-stopping dessert that will leave your guests in awe.

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EASY STRAWBERRY NAPOLEONS



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Layers of light, flaky pastry sandwich creamy vanilla filling and fresh strawberries. This easily-assembled dessert looks like you fussed for hours!-Taste of Home Cooking School, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup cold whole milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups whipped topping
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Unfold thawed puff pastry on cutting board. With a sharp knife, cut pastry into nine squares. Place on baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to wire rack to cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar and vanilla; set aside. In another bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for two minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft set. Stir in whipped topping and until thoroughly blended. Cover and refrigerate. , To assemble, split puff pastry squares horizontally for a total of 18 squares. Set aside six tops. Place six of the remaining puff pastry pieces on individual serving plates. Spread about 1/4 cup pudding mixture over each pastry square. Top with a spoonful of strawberries and another piece of puff pastry. Spread remaining pudding mixture over pastry pieces. Top with remaining strawberries and reserved pastry tops. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Transfer chocolate to a small, heavy-duty plastic bag. Cut a tiny corner from bag; squeeze chocolate over napoleons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY STRAWBERRY NAPOLEONS RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Easy Strawberry Napoleons Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by june

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
butter-flavored cooking spray
cinnamon/sugar
1/2 cup whipped cream or non-dairy topping
1 cup vanilla pudding
sliced strawberries
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Have ready 3 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed. Spray 1 sheet of phyllo with butter-flavored cooking spray, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar; top with a second sheet of phyllo, cooking spray, and cinnamon sugar. Top with remaining sheet. Cut into 12 squares. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake 8 to 10 minutes until puffed and crisp. Fold 1/2 cup whipped cream or topping into 1 cup vanilla pudding. For each Napoleon, top a pastry square with some pudding mixture and sliced berries. Repeat layer, then top with a pastry squared. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
  • If you don't have a pastry brush, you can use a spoon to spread the egg wash.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pastry shells. They should be golden brown, but not too dark.
  • Let the pastry shells cool completely before filling them.
  • If you're short on time, you can use store-bought puff pastry. Just be sure to thaw it according to the package directions.
  • To make the Napoleons even more decadent, you can add a layer of whipped cream or ice cream between the pastry shells and strawberries.

Conclusion:

These Easy Strawberry Napoleons are a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these Napoleons a try!

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