These almond pastry puff wreaths are SO good!! You can enjoy them for breakfast, snack, appetizers, or dessert! They are easy to put together (only 5 minutes!) and taste incredible! They are light, fluffy, and crisp on the outside. Your guests and family will love these!! It is hard to only eat one, I promise!! xo
Ingredients:
-1 sheet of puff pastry (store bought)
-2 tablespoons granulated sugar
-2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
-1 teaspoon almond extract
-1 1/2 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
-1 egg and 1 teaspoon of cold water for the egg wash.
-Sliced almonds
-Demerara sugar
Next Step:
-Preheat oven to 350 F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
-Sprinkle flour on a large cutting board.
-Lay out the puff pastry. (make sure it is defrosted but not too warm)
-Sprinkle a little flour on top and lightly roll out the dough with a roller.
-In a small bowl combine the sugar, brown sugar, and almond extract. Mix to combine.
-Melt the butter in the microwave and brush all over the dough.
-Sprinkle the sugar mix all over the dough.
-Fold the dough in half and lightly press down.
-Using a knife or a pastry cutter, slice a one inch thick strip lengthwise.
-Carefully twist each strip and shape it into a circle. Be sure to seal it tightly or it will open while baking.
-Brush the dough with the egg wash.
-Combine equal parts sliced almonds and Demerara sugar and sprinkle over your wreaths.
-Bake for 19-21 minutes. (Until puffy and golden brown)
-Let rest for 10 minutes.
-Serve and ENJOY!!!
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