Almond Puff Pastry
A delightful treat combining flaky puff pastry with sweet almond paste, perfect for dessert or snacks.
Ingredients
Pastry Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed) Be sure it's thawed properly
- 1 cup almond paste
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar For the filling
- 1 large egg (beaten for egg wash) For brushing on pastries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds For topping
- Powdered sugar (for dusting) For decoration before serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out the thawed puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut the pastry into squares, each measuring approximately 4 inches by 4 inches.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond paste and powdered sugar to form a smooth mixture.
- Place a spoonful of the almond paste mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
- Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the pastries cool slightly on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or freeze for longer storage. For best flavor, make use of variations such as adding fruits or chocolate drizzle.