Poppy Seed Moons

The dough should be pliable but still cool — this makes it easiest to cut clean shapes.

If your oven bakes unevenly, rotate the baking tray halfway through.

Press the cutter straight down without twisting so the puff pastry can rise evenly.

If the filling is very firm, let it sit briefly at room temperature.

A pinch of salt often makes the egg wash a bit easier to spread.

Don't place the filling too close to the edge so the moons can be sealed properly.

Use a fork to seal the edges securely and create a pretty pattern.

Baking time depends on size and dough thickness — start checking from minute 15.

On a rack the puff pastry stays crisper underneath because moisture doesn't collect.

Sprinkle the powdered sugar just before serving so it stays fine and fresh.