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Air Fryer Jam & Custard Pastry Pockets Recipe

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Delightful and easy-to-make air fryer jam and custard pastry pockets with a golden, flaky crust and a sweet, creamy filling. Perfectly portioned and topped with a vanilla glaze and optional sprinkles, these pastries make an ideal treat or dessert that can be quickly prepared using an air fryer.

Ingredients

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Pastry Pockets

  • 320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry
  • 6 tbsp jam (strawberry, raspberry, or apricot recommended)
  • 6 tbsp custard
  • 1 egg, beaten

Glaze and Decoration

  • 3 tbsp icing sugar
  • 1 drop vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tsp milk
  • Sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried berries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pastry Rectangles: Unravel the puff pastry sheet and cut it into 12 equal rectangles by dividing into three columns and four rows, ensuring even sizes for uniform cooking.
  2. Add Filling: Spoon 1 tablespoon each of jam and custard into the center of six of the rectangles, leaving a 1 cm border around the edges to prevent leakage during cooking.
  3. Seal the Pockets: Brush the exposed borders of these six rectangles with beaten egg, then cover each with the remaining six pastry rectangles. Press edges firmly with your fingers and crimp with a fork to seal securely. Using a small knife, cut a small cross on the top of each pocket to allow steam to escape.
  4. Chill: Place the sealed pastry pockets in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to firm up. For freezing, store in airtight containers for up to three months; add an extra three minutes to cooking time if cooking from frozen.
  5. Preheat Air Fryer: Heat the air fryer to 180°C (356°F) to ensure a crisp and golden finish on the pastries.
  6. Cook Pastry Pockets: Lightly brush the tops with beaten egg, then air fry in batches for 10 minutes until puffed and golden brown. If the bottoms remain soft, carefully flip each pastry and cook an additional 5 minutes for perfect doneness.
  7. Cool: Transfer the cooked pastry pockets to a wire rack and allow to cool for 10 minutes before glazing.
  8. Prepare Glaze: Mix icing sugar, a drop of vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl to form a thick glaze.
  9. Decorate: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pastries and scatter with sprinkles or crushed freeze-dried berries if desired for extra color and flavor.
  10. Serve and Store: Best enjoyed the same day for optimum freshness, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days.

Notes

  • Do not overfill the pastry to prevent leakage during cooking.
  • Chilling the pastry before cooking helps maintain shape and texture.
  • When cooking from frozen, increase the air frying time by 3 minutes.
  • If the base of the pastries is soft after cooking, flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Store cooked pockets in an airtight container for up to two days to retain freshness.

Keywords: air fryer, jam pastry pockets, custard pastries, puff pastry dessert, easy dessert, gluten containing, quick baking

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