Gingerbread Men Puff Pastry Recipe
These gingerbread men puff pastry treats are a cute and easy holiday dessert made with store-bought puff pastry and creamy Biscoff spread.
Cut into gingerbread shapes and baked until golden, they have flaky layers, a sweet spiced filling, and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar.
They’re perfect for Christmas brunch, dessert trays, or a holiday baking afternoon with the kids.
The Biscoff adds a cozy gingerbread-inspired flavor without mixing up cookie dough, while the gingerbread cutters give each pastry its festive shape.
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Why You’ll Love These Gingerbread Puff Pastry Treats
- Easy to prepare: Store-bought puff pastry keeps the prep simple.
- Flaky with a sweet filling: The crisp pastry layers pair perfectly with creamy cookie butter.
- Festive without much decorating: Gingerbread cookie cutters and powdered sugar do the work.
- Easy to customize: Use Biscoff for a spiced filling or Nutella for a chocolate version.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll find the full instructions in the recipe card below.
- Puff pastry: Use one sheet, thawed according to the package directions. It should unfold easily but still feel cool.
- Creamy Biscoff spread: This cookie butter adds sweetness and warm spice flavor. Use enough for a thin, even layer over half of the pastry.
- Egg: Brushed over the tops to help the pastry bake up golden.
- Cold water: Whisked with the egg to make the egg wash.
- Powdered sugar: For a snowy finishing touch after baking.
- All-purpose flour: A little for dusting your work surface.
Love that sweet, spiced cookie butter flavor? Try my Biscoff dessert recipes for another easy treat.
Helpful Tools for this Recipe:
Lotus Biscoff Cookie Butter Spread, Creamy, non GMO + Vegan, 25.4ozGingerbread Man Cookie Cutters 3PCS, Stainless Steel Christmas Cookie Cutter Tools with Red Environmental PVC, Gingerbread Boy Shape Moulds Set for Baking
HULISEN Flour Duster, 304 Stainless Steel Flour Sifter for Baking
How to Make Gingerbread Puff Pastry
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry, brush away excess flour, and spread a thin layer of Biscoff over half.
- Fold it closed like a book, keeping the pastry cool so it’s easy to handle.
- Use a gingerbread man cookie cutter, pressing straight down without twisting. Simple cutters work best since small details become less defined as the pastry puffs.
- Place the shapes on a lined baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with egg wash, avoiding drips around the edges.
- Briefly freeze before baking to firm up the pastry.
- Bake until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar so it doesn’t melt into the tops.
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The Biscoff filling adds a warm, spiced cookie flavor that gives them a gingerbread-inspired feel. The outside tastes like buttery puff pastry, so they have a different flavor and texture from traditional gingerbread cookies.
The short freezer step helps firm up the pastry after rolling, filling, and cutting. Cold pastry is easier to handle and helps the shapes hold their definition as they go into the oven.
One sheet makes approximately 6 gingerbread men, depending on your cookie cutter size and how large you roll the pastry.
More Easy Pastries and Holiday Treats
Looking for another sweet treat to bake? Try these recipes and holiday collections next!
- Puff Pastry Apple Roses: Flaky pastry wrapped around cinnamon apples for a pretty brunch or dessert.
- Peach Puff Pastry Tart: A fruity pastry dessert with a sweet raspberry drizzle.
- Christmas Brunch Ideas: Find more sweet and savory dishes to serve alongside your gingerbread pastries.
- Christmas Recipes: Plan your holiday menu with festive favorites for family meals, parties, and Christmas celebrations.
Gingerbread Puff Pastry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed according to package directions
- Creamy Biscoff spread as needed for a thin layer
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp cold water
- powdered sugar for dusting
- All-purpose flour for the work surface
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface, discarding any paper wrapping. Gently roll it into a larger rectangle.
- Brush excess flour from the surface where you will spread the filling.
- Spread a thin, even layer of Biscoff over half of the rectangle. Fold the remaining half over the filling like a book.
- Using a gingerbread man cookie cutter, cut through both layers of pastry. Transfer the shapes to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Whisk together the egg and cold water. Lightly brush the top of each pastry with the egg wash.
- Freeze for 5 minutes.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Notes
- Nutella can be substituted for the Biscoff spread.
- Yield will vary depending on the size of your cookie cutter.
- Thaw the puff pastry according to its package directions before beginning.