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Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry

Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry for a Cozy Dessert Experience

Enjoy the delightful layers of flaky pastry filled with sweet almond goodness in this Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed and chilled
  • 1/4 cup Butter Softened
For the Almond Filling
  • 1 cup Almond Paste Can substitute with other nut pastes
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 large Egg Beaten, for filling and egg wash
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds Optional, for added crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to form a rectangle about 1/8-inch thick.
  3. In a bowl, mix almond paste, softened butter, granulated sugar, and half the beaten egg until smooth.
  4. Spread the almond filling evenly over the center third of the pastry.
  5. Make diagonal cuts on both sides of the pastry and fold them over the filling to create a braid.
  6. Brush the top with the remaining beaten egg and sprinkle sliced almonds if desired.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown, then let cool for a few minutes.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill all ingredients before use. The pastry can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for future baking.

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