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Laminated Speculoos Spiced Palmiers with Aged Sugar Recipe

Laminated Speculoos Spiced Palmiers with Aged Sugar Recipe

Learn how to make these homemade, best-ever laminated palmiers with aromatic speculoos spices and aged sugar. This easy baking recipe transforms simple puff pastry into elegant French cookies with expert lamination techniques for perfect flaky layers that caramelize beautifully.
Difficulty:
Advanced
Prep Time:
3 hours 30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Serves:
24 palmiers
Overhead shot of golden-brown palmiers arranged in a spiral pattern on a rustic wooden board, with some broken open to reveal the countless flaky layers within. Shot in warm natural light that highlights the caramelized edges and sparkling aged sugar crystals. A cinnamon stick, star anise, and scattered whole spices create a border, while a cup of coffee sits blurred in the background. The palmiers' distinctive heart shapes are perfectly formed, with visible swirls of speculoos spice running through each crisp, buttery layer, creating rich amber color variations throughout.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">375g all-purpose flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">300g high-quality European-style butter, cold</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">150ml ice-cold water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">7g salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g aged sugar (or regular granulated sugar aged in a jar with vanilla bean for 2 weeks)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">20g speculoos spice mix (2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground cloves, 1/4 tsp ground cardamom, 1/4 tsp white pepper)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Rolling pin</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Pastry brush</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Baking sheets</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Parchment paper</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Ruler (for measuring dough thickness)</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Bench scraper</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Prepare the aged sugar if you haven't already by placing 200g granulated sugar in an airtight container with a split vanilla bean for at least 2 weeks. This infuses the sugar with subtle vanilla notes that will enhance your palmiers. If you don't have aged sugar, standard granulated sugar will work, but the aged version adds wonderful depth of flavor.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Mix your speculoos spice blend thoroughly in a small bowl, ensuring all spices are evenly distributed. Set aside 2 tablespoons to mix with your aged sugar, and reserve the rest for the dough.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>For the dough, mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut the cold butter into 1cm cubes and toss them in the flour mixture, just coating them lightly without breaking them down—visible butter pieces are essential for creating flaky layers. This is different from traditional pastry methods where you'd incorporate the butter fully.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Add ice-cold water and vanilla extract, then mix gently with a fork until the dough just comes together with visible butter chunks. The dough should look shaggy and uneven. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and shape into a rough rectangle. Don't overwork the dough—this is crucial for flakiness.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Now for the lamination process: Roll the dough into a 20×40cm rectangle. Fold the top third down to the center, then the bottom third up (like folding a letter), creating three layers. Turn the dough 90 degrees. This completes your first "turn." Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes to rest the gluten and keep the butter cold.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Repeat the rolling and folding process three more times, chilling the dough for 30 minutes between each turn. After the final turn, chill the dough for at least 1 hour. This methodical lamination creates the delicate layers that will puff and separate during baking.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>While the dough chills, mix the aged sugar with the reserved speculoos spice blend. This will be your filling and coating for the palmiers, giving them their signature caramelized exterior and spiced flavor.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove the chilled dough and roll it into a large 30×40cm rectangle, about 3mm thick. Precision matters here—use your ruler!</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Brush the entire surface lightly with beaten egg, then sprinkle generously with two-thirds of your spiced sugar mixture, pressing it gently into the dough to adhere. The egg wash helps the sugar stick to the dough during the rolling process.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>Now for the classic palmier shape: Mark the middle of the long side with a small indent. From each long edge, roll the dough toward the center, creating two equal rolls that meet in the middle. The rolls should be tight but not squashed. Think of rolling a scroll from both ends. Wrap this log in plastic and chill for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice cleanly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 11</h4>Remove the chilled log and cut into 1.5cm slices with a sharp knife. Dip each cut side into the remaining spiced sugar mixture, coating them thoroughly. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving 5cm between each palmier as they will expand significantly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 12</h4>Bake for 12-15 minutes until deeply golden and caramelized. Watch carefully after the 10-minute mark—the high sugar content means they can go from perfect to burnt quickly! The palmiers should be dark amber at the edges with a caramelized sugar coating. They'll still be slightly soft when hot but will crisp as they cool.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 13</h4>Let the palmiers cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes (they're delicate when hot), then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. As they cool, the caramelized sugar hardens, creating that wonderful crisp texture that shatters when you bite into it.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 14</h4>Store your speculoos palmiers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, though they're at their absolute best on the day they're baked. If they soften, reheat in a 160°C oven for 3-4 minutes to restore their crispness. Enjoy with coffee or tea for the perfect sophisticated treat!</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Laminated Speculoos Spiced Palmiers with Aged Sugar Recipe?

This recipe uses all-purpose flour, European-style butter, ice-cold water, salt, aged sugar (or regular sugar with vanilla bean), speculoos spice mix (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, white pepper), vanilla extract, and egg for the wash.

How to cook Laminated Speculoos Spiced Palmiers with Aged Sugar Recipe at home?

Learn how to cook Laminated Speculoos Spiced Palmiers by creating a layered dough through multiple folds, then rolling the dough with spiced sugar, forming the distinctive palm leaf shape, and baking until golden-brown and caramelised. The lamination process creates delicate, flaky layers while the speculoos spices and aged sugar provide complex flavour.

Why is lamination important when making palmiers?

Lamination creates hundreds of thin layers of dough and butter that puff apart during baking, giving palmiers their signature flaky, shattery texture. Without proper lamination, palmiers would be dense rather than airy and crisp, and wouldn't have those beautiful visible layers that make them so special.

Can I use store-bought puff pastry instead of making the dough from scratch?

Yes, you can use high-quality all-butter puff pastry as a time-saving alternative. Simply roll it out, sprinkle with the speculoos-sugar mixture, fold, slice and bake. While homemade dough offers superior texture and control over ingredients, good store-bought pastry can still yield delicious results.

What's the secret to getting perfectly caramelised palmiers?

The secret is using the right amount of sugar, baking at a high temperature (around 200°C), and watching them carefully as they bake. The sugar should melt and caramelise without burning. Look for a deep amber colour at the edges and ensure your oven temperature is accurate for consistent results.

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