Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry: Your Easy Bakery-Style Delight

Flaky Sweet Almond Pastry is an easy bakery-style delight that combines buttery layers with rich almond filling, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: European

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1 sheet Puff Pastry opt for all-butter for best flavor and flakiness
1 large Egg for binding and egg wash

For the Filling

8 oz Almond Paste main filling ingredient
4 tbsp Unsalted Butter softened
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on sweetness preference

For Topping & Dusting

1/2 cup Sliced Almonds toasted for added crunch
2 tbsp Powdered Sugar for dusting before serving

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Mixing Bowl
Sharp knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Blend almond paste, softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and half of a beaten egg in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Spread the almond filling evenly down the center third of the puff pastry. Make diagonal cuts on both sides.
Fold the outer sections of pastries over the filling in a crisscross manner.
Brush the top with the remaining beaten egg and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different nuts or spices to create your own unique twist on this pastry.

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