Golden Almond Puff Pastry Delight
Store-bought or homemade puff pastry forms the base of this recipe, layered with an almond cream filling and a light touch of citrus zest before baking. The pastry bakes up flaky and golden while the almond filling sets into a soft, nutty layer underneath. Total time is around 45 minutes, making it manageable for a weeknight dessert.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Tray
- Pastry brush
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling pin
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry sheets thawed
- 1 cup almond paste
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
- 1 large egg beaten, for egg wash
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds toasted
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry sheets and gently roll them out to smooth any creases.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond paste, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the almond mixture evenly over one pastry sheet, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Brush the edges with egg wash.
- Top with the second pastry sheet and press the edges to seal. Score the top in a decorative pattern and brush with more egg wash. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Allow to cool slightly.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Perfect with freshly brewed espresso or a light dessert wine.
Notes
- For a twist, consider adding a layer of fruit preserves or chocolate beneath the almond paste.
- Make sure to work with cold puff pastry to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 8gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 164mgPotassium: 155mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 2mg
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