Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry, a golden and flaky treat that promises to elevate any occasion. This easy-to-make pastry features a rich almond paste filling nestled within a crispy puff pastry crust, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an elegant dessert. With its visually appealing presentation topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, this almond-filled delight is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 6 oz almond paste
- 1 large egg, beaten (divided)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the thawed puff pastry on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond paste, softened butter, granulated sugar, and half of the beaten egg. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the almond filling down the center third of the pastry.
- Cut diagonal strips on both sides of the pastry about 1 inch wide.
- Fold alternating strips over the filling to create a braided effect.
- Brush the top with remaining beaten egg and sprinkle sliced almonds.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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