Ingredients
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For the Muffins:
- 1 sheet of store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Almond Frangipane Filling:
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon milk (or heavy cream)
For Topping:
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Almond Frangipane Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, softened butter, and granulated sugar.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add 1 tablespoon of milk and mix well. Set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Puff Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into 12 equal squares (each should be about 3×3 inches).
Step 3: Assemble the Muffins
- Place a square of puff pastry into each muffin cup, gently pressing it down to form a cup shape.
- Brush the inside of each pastry with melted butter and sprinkle with a little sugar.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of the almond frangipane filling into each muffin cup.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
Step 4: Bake the Muffins
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Step 5: Finishing Touches
- Once the muffins are completely cool, dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g