Decadent French Almond Puff Pastry Dessert
Indulge in this exquisite French dessert, a blend of buttery, flaky puff pastry filled with a luscious, creamy almond filling. Perfectly balanced with the sweetness of sugar and the rich flavor of almonds, this dessert is a delightful end to any meal. Whether you’re a dessert enthusiast or a pastry aficionado, this French almond puff pastry dessert is sure to impress. Follow this carefully crafted recipe to recreate a French patisserie experience in the comfort of your kitchen.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert
Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 sheets of puff pastry (200 grams)
- 50 grams almond flour
- 50 grams butter, softened
- 50 grams sugar
- 1 egg
- 5 ml almond extract
- 20 ml milk
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 pinch of cinnamon
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Add the almond flour, egg, and almond extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Add the pinch of salt and cinnamon, giving a final mix.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into 4 equal-sized rectangles.
- Divide the almond filling into 2 equal parts and spread it over 2 of the puff pastry rectangles, leaving a 1 cm border.
- Place the remaining puff pastry rectangles over the almond-filled ones, and press the edges to seal.
- Brush the top of the pastries with a little milk to help them brown.
- Place the pastries on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- For an extra flaky pastry, make sure the puff pastry is very cold before baking.
- Using a fork to seal the edges of the pastry can help to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- For a glossy finish, brush the top with an egg wash (beaten egg with a little water) instead of milk.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 400 kcal (1674 kJ) | 480 kcal (2009 kJ) |
| Fat | 30g | 36g |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 18g |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 60g |
| Sugars | 20g | 24g |
| Proteins | 8g | 9.6g |
| Salt | 0.4g | 0.5g |
