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Almond Croissant Cookies

Almond Croissant Cookies: Flaky Perfection You’ll Crave

Indulge in Almond Croissant Cookies, a delightful fusion of buttery croissants and rich almond flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 package Puff Pastry thawed, store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Almond Paste or mix almond meal with powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds or chopped hazelnuts or pistachios

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prep Puff Pastry: Roll out your thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into 8 equal squares.
  3. Make Filling: In a bowl, blend almond paste, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fill Pastry: Place a small spoonful of the almond filling at the center of each pastry square.
  5. Shape: Gently fold the pastry into a triangle or crescent shape, sealing the edges tightly.
  6. Egg Wash: Brush the tops with your beaten egg and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
  7. Bake: Arrange the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool: Allow your cookies to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with a light icing for added sweetness.

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