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Almond Croissant Bites Recipe

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Delight in these Almond Croissant Bites, a perfect blend of flaky puff pastry and rich almond filling. This easy-to-make treat features a buttery almond cream tucked into crispy pastry cups, topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar—ideal for breakfast or a sophisticated snack.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry (half of a 17.3 oz package, thawed)

Almond Filling

  • 1 cup (96g) blanched almond flour
  • ½ cup (104g) light brown sugar (packed)
  • ½ cup (113g) salted butter (softened)
  • 1½ tablespoons all-purpose flour (plus additional for rolling the puff pastry)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract

Topping

  • ¼ cup (28g) sliced almonds
  • Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your croissant bites.
  2. Prepare the Almond Filling: In a bowl, use a hand mixer to combine almond flour, light brown sugar, softened butter, all-purpose flour, egg, almond extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture. Set aside.
  3. Roll and Cut Puff Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to an 11×11 inch square. Cut the dough into twenty-four 2×2 inch squares, ensuring even sizes for uniform baking.
  4. Shape Pastry Cups: Gently press each pastry square into the cavities of a 24-count mini muffin pan, forming small cups that will hold the filling securely.
  5. Fill and Top: Using about 1 tablespoon of the almond filling (a small cookie scoop works well), fill each pastry cup. Then, press a few sliced almonds onto the top of each filled cup for added texture and flavor.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the puff pastry turns golden brown and the filling is set.
  7. Cool and Garnish: Remove the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool slightly. Carefully take the croissant bites out of the pan and dust them generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed but kept cold for easier handling.
  • Do not overmix the almond filling to prevent it from becoming tough.
  • You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt accordingly.
  • These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.
  • For a nut-free version, consider substituting the almond flour with sunflower seed flour, though it will change the flavor profile.

Keywords: almond croissant bites, puff pastry dessert, almond cream pastry, mini almond croissants, easy baked almond treats

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