Apple Pie Almond Croissants
Apple Pie Almond Croissants offer a delightful fusion of flavors, merging the classic taste of apple pie with the flaky goodness of almond croissants. These pastries feature a buttery crust filled with spiced apples and almond paste, making them an irresistible treat for brunch or dessert. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress family and friends while providing a comforting bite that feels like home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond paste
- 1 package (17.3 oz) ready-made puff pastry
- 2 cups fresh tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced apples with cinnamon and set aside.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into triangles.
- Spread almond paste on each triangle and top with spiced apple slices.
- Roll each triangle tightly from the base to the tip, bending ends slightly to form crescent shapes.
- Place croissants on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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