Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours features a flaky, golden-brown pastry filled with smooth, sweet mashed sweet potatoes, offering a delightful combination of tender crust and naturally sweet, creamy filling.
Equipments
- Mixing bowl
- Potato masher or food processor
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Rolling pin
- Knife or pastry cutter
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (200g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup (60ml) cold water
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
When preparing the dough for your sweet potato pastry, ensure the unsalted butter is cold and cubed to achieve a flaky texture in the crust. Use medium sweet potatoes for a naturally sweet and creamy filling; boiling or steaming them before mashing helps maintain smoothness. Incorporate heavy cream and a sweetener like honey or maple syrup to enhance the richness and flavor of your filling. The egg yolk and milk mixture for the egg wash will give your pastry a beautiful golden-brown finish when baked. Your efforts will closely replicate the delicious Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours copycat menu, known for its tender crust and smooth, sweet filling.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes.
- Boil sweet potatoes until tender.
- Drain and mash sweet potatoes (use potato masher or food processor).
- Mix mashed sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp butter, heavy cream, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add cold cubed butter to flour mixture; cut in until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, mixing until dough forms.
- Shape dough into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut dough into rectangles or circles.
- Place filling in center of each dough piece.
- Fold dough over filling and seal edges (use fork or fingers).
- Place pastries on prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare egg wash by whisking egg yolk and milk.
- Brush pastries with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on a cooling rack before serving.
Substitution
Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours copycat menu can be adapted if you don't have all the ingredients on hand. You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a wheat-free option, but expect slight texture differences in the crust. If unsalted butter is unavailable, salted butter can be used, but reduce added salt in the dough to avoid over-seasoning. Honey or maple syrup in the filling can be swapped with agave nectar or brown sugar for a similar sweetness. When shaping the pastry, chilling the dough before rolling helps maintain flakiness and prevents sticking.
Tips
Ensure the cold butter is properly cut into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs to achieve a flaky pastry texture. Avoid overworking the dough when adding water; mix just until it holds together to prevent toughness. When mashing sweet potatoes, make sure they are fully cooked and smooth for a creamy filling that blends well with butter, cream, and sweeteners. You should cool the pastries on a rack after baking to maintain their crispness and prevent sogginess.
Nutritions
Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours provides a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, primarily from sweet potatoes, supporting digestive health and sustained energy release. The filling's combination of sweet potatoes, butter, and heavy cream adds essential vitamins like vitamin A and calcium, while the pastry dough offers moderate protein and fat content from butter and flour. Your intake of sugars increases slightly due to honey or maple syrup, contributing natural sweetness without refined sugars. Enjoy this treat in moderation to balance its nutritional benefits with overall daily calorie needs.
Storage
Store your Sweet Potato Pastry in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain its flaky texture and creamy filling. For longer storage, place the pastries in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature before reheating in a preheated oven to restore crispness. Avoid refrigeration, as it can cause the pastry to become soggy and lose its characteristic crispness.
Variation or Alternatives
You can substitute the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor and added fiber. For a dairy-free option, replace the butter and heavy cream with coconut oil and full-fat coconut milk, which will lend a subtle coconut aroma to your sweet potato filling. Instead of boiling, roasting the sweet potatoes enhances their natural sweetness and creates a richer filling texture. Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling to introduce warm, aromatic spice notes that complement the sweet potatoes.
Allergies
Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours contains common allergens such as wheat (all-purpose flour) and dairy (unsalted butter, heavy cream). If you have an egg allergy, be cautious as the recipe includes egg yolk for the egg wash. Your sensitivity to these ingredients should be carefully considered before enjoying this treat.
Why this recipe?
Sweet Potato Pastry from Tous les Jours offers a unique combination of naturally sweet, roasted sweet potato filling wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust that appeals to diverse taste preferences. This pastry balances rich flavors with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it a popular choice among bakery lovers seeking comfort food with a twist. Trying to make a copycat version at home lets you customize sweetness and freshness while saving money compared to purchasing from the restaurant. Your homemade pastry can capture the authentic taste of Tous les Jours' signature dessert, giving you a satisfying and rewarding baking experience.