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Apricot and Almond Puff Pastries

Apricot and Almond Puff Pastries That Melt in Your Mouth

Delicious Apricot and Almond Puff Pastries that are nut-free, quick and easy to prepare, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pastries
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastries
  • 1 sheet Commercial Puff Pastry Look for rolled sheets for easy preparation.
  • 1 cup Pastry Cream Store-bought versions can be used.
  • 1 cup Almond Powder Almond meal can be used if preferred.
  • 10 halves Apricot Halves Peaches or plums can be substituted.
  • 1 large Egg Use milk as a vegan alternative for egg wash.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Apricot and Almond Puff Pastries
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the commercial puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into 4-inch squares.
  3. Place a spoonful of pastry cream in the center of each square.
  4. Sprinkle almond powder over the pastry cream.
  5. Top each square with one or two apricot halves.
  6. Fold each square in half to form triangles, sealing the edges.
  7. Brush the tops with an egg wash.
  8. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pastries are great warm, served with powdered sugar or vanilla ice cream.

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