Sweet pastry hearts with cinnamon

Looking for a simple yet special recipe to show someone you care – perhaps for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or just because ? Then these sweet cinnamon pastry hearts are just the thing. The crispy, quick-to-make dough combined with a filling of fine coconut blossom sugar from Lotao ensures a treat that comes straight from the heart.

Ready in 45 minutes | 100% plant-based | Ideal for preparing in advance & giving as a gift

What makes these pastry hearts special?

• Simple preparation, big impact: In just a few steps you can create a pretty heart-shaped pastry – perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat.

• Especially aromatic: Lotao's coconut blossom sugar brings a fine caramel note with natural sweetness – completely without refined sugar.

• Emotional message: Homemade heart-shaped pastries often say more than words.

• Meal prep friendly: The dough can be prepared in advance or frozen – ideal for spontaneous baking ideas with impact.

Ingredients for approximately 12 heart-shaped pastries:

✓ 250 g flour (type 405 or 550)
✓ 200 g cold butter
✓ 100 g low-fat quark
✓ 1 egg yolk
✓ 1 tbsp sugar
✓ 1 pinch of salt
✓ 2 tbsp cold water

For the filling:
✓ 4-5 tbsp coconut blossom sugar from Lotao
✓ 1–2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
✓ 1 tbsp soft butter
✓ Some flour for the work surface

For coating:
✓ 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (whisked)

Vegan preparation possible: Simply replace quark and butter with plant-based alternatives, e.g., soy quark and vegan baking margarine. Instead of egg yolk and milk, plant-based milk with a little maple syrup is suitable for brushing.

Preparation:

1. Prepare the dough:
   Roughly knead together the flour and butter. Then add the quark, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and water, and quickly work everything into a smooth dough. Flatten and chill for 30 minutes.

2. Fill & shape:
   Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with softened butter. Then sprinkle with coconut blossom sugar and, optionally, cinnamon. Roll up from both sides towards the center, press lightly, and cut into 1–1.5 cm thick slices.

3. Bake:
   Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bend one end into a heart shape. Brush with the egg yolk and milk mixture.
   Bake in a preheated oven at 200 °C (top/bottom heat) for approximately 15–18 minutes, until golden brown.

Tip: Dust with a little powdered sugar while still warm or decorate with melted dark chocolate – for extra enjoyment!

Why coconut blossom sugar in particular?

Instead of ordinary sugar , Lotao's coconut blossom sugar provides a pleasantly caramel-like sweetness with a hint of the exotic. It's perfect for buttery pastries, adding depth and warmth to the filling – all without artificial flavorings. This transforms a simple heart-shaped pastry into a truly special taste experience .

More tips:

• Personalize it: If you prefer a nuttier flavor, you can sprinkle chopped walnuts or almonds over the filling.

• Gift idea: Packaged in a pretty box or jar, the little hearts make a lovely DIY gift.

• Variation option: Instead of cinnamon, it's also delicious with vanilla, orange zest or cardamom.