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    Home » Dessert » Fruit Desserts » Peaches » Napoleon Pastry

    Napoleon Pastry

    Published: Aug 11, 2014 · Modified: Apr 12, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    This Napoleon Pastry recipe has layers of whipped cream with thinly sliced peaches. It is topped with caramel syrup and glazed pecans.

    Napoleon pastry with cream and sliced peaches.

    I am excited that peaches are in season! All sorts of peach recipes have been running through my mind, from peach pies to peach ice cream and peach cobbler. I finally decided that I wanted to keep the fresh peach flavor and texture in my dessert instead of making something baked or frozen. I settled on a peaches and cream version of a napoleon pastry!

    What You’ll Find In This Post

    • Napoleon Pastry Ingredients
    • Maple Whipped Cream
    • How To Make A Napoleon Pastry
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Peach Recipes
    Fresh peaches in a blue container.

    Napoleon Pastry Ingredients

    • Puff Pastry: You’ll need one sheet of frozen puff pastry to make this layered dessert. If you want to make more layers, you can bake additional sheets.
    • Filling: For this recipe, you’ll need two cups of maple whipped cream for the filling. You can also use traditional sweetened whipped cream, pastry cream, or whipped topping.
    • Peaches: We layered fresh sliced peaches in the napoleon pastry for a delightful fruity flavor. Strawberries, blueberries, or even mangos would also be delicious.
    • Garnish: The pastries are dusted with powdered sugar, drizzled with caramel syrup, and topped with glazed pecans.
    Maple whipped cream on a wire whisk.

    Maple Whipped Cream

    Maple whipped cream is like traditional whipped cream, but it is sweetened with maple syrup. It is the perfect complement to fresh peaches.

    To make the maple whipped cream, use a stand mixer to beat the heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Add the pure maple syrup, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat the whipped cream until stiff peaks form. Store the whipped cream in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    Baked Napoleon pastry.

    How To Make A Napoleon Pastry

    Start by preparing the napoleon pastry. Thaw a sheet of frozen puff pastry according to the directions on the package. I let mine thaw on the counter for 40 minutes.

    Unfold the puff pastry and cut it into three strips along the fold marks. Bake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, until golden.

    Sliced peaches on whipped cream and napoleon pastry.

    Split each cooled puff pastry in half lengthwise so that you have six layers of pastry. Top two of the layers with 1/2 cup of maple whipped cream and 1/4 of the peach slices. Top with another pastry layer. Add another 1/2 cup of whipped cream and more peach slices.

    Top with a final pastry layer. Cut the two napoleons into three pieces for a total of six servings. Dust them with powdered sugar, drizzle on some caramel syrup, and sprinkle with glazed pecans before serving.

    Napoleon recipe with whipped cream and sliced peaches.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a napoleon?

    A napoleon is made with layers of pastry and pastry cream. It originated in Naples, which is where the dessert’s name came from.

    What is another name for a napoleon pastry?

    It is also called a mille-feuille which translates to thousand leaves, layers, or sheets in French.

    Napoleon pastry with cream and sliced peaches.

    More Peach Recipes

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    This Peach Pie recipe is easy to make with fresh peaches and simple ingredients just like grandma used to make. Includes how to freeze peach pie filling.

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    This homemade Peach Pie Filling recipe is SO EASY to make! Store the filling in the freezer and enjoy peach desserts all year long!

    Napoleon pastry with cream and sliced peaches.

    Napoleon Pastry

    This Napoleon Pastry recipe has layers of maple whipped cream with thinly sliced peaches. It is topped with caramel syrup and glazed pecans.
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    Prep Time: 1 hour hour
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
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    Ingredients

    • 1 sheet puff pastry
    • 2 fresh peaches thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
    • 1/4 cup caramel syrup
    • 1/2 cup glazed pecans

    Maple Whipped Cream

    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla

    Instructions

    Maple Whipped Cream:

    • Use the whisk attachment to beat the heavy cream in a stand mixer with a chilled bowl until soft peaks form.
    • Add the pure maple syrup, granulated sugar, and vanilla.
    • Beat until stiff peaks form.
    • Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    Napoleon Pastry:

    • Thaw a sheet of frozen puff pastry according to the directions on the package. I let mine thaw on the counter for 40 minutes.
    • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
    • Unfold the puff pastry and cut it into three strips along the fold marks.
    • Bake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper at 400˚F for 15 minutes, until golden.
    • Allow the pastry to cool completely.
    • Split each puff pastry in half lengthwise, so that you have six layers of pastry.
    • Top two of the layers with 1/2 cup of whipped cream and 1/4 of the peach slices.
    • Top with another pastry layer. Add another 1/2 cup of whipped cream and more peach slices.
    • Top with a final pastry layer. Cut the two Napoleons into three pieces for a total of six servings.
    • Dust them with powdered sugar, drizzle on some caramel syrup, and sprinkle with glazed pecans before serving.

    Notes

    Serve immediately after assembly or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g
    Course: Pastry
    Cuisine: French
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    Comments

    1. Shannon @ Bake. Frost. Repeat. says

      August 13, 2014 at 7:46 am

      This is probably one of the most prettiest desserts I’ve ever laid eyes on. And maple whipped cream?!?!?! Swoon.

      Reply
    2. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:27 am

      Say what? These are seriously incredible! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        August 12, 2014 at 8:38 am

        Thanks so much, Jocelyn!

        Reply
    3. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      I want to face dive into this dessert!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        August 12, 2014 at 8:36 am

        Hmmmm…it was so good! Thanks, Julianne!

        Reply

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