Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries
Light puff pastries filled with a smooth almond frangipane cream, baked until golden and fragrant. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers (56 g), softened unsalted butter, (67 g) granulated sugar, (50 g) almond flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (about 8x8 inches), thawed puff pastry sheets
- 1/4 cup (56 g), softened unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (50 g) almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- for dusting powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, beat 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter and 1/3 cup granulated sugar until creamy and light, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 cup almond flour, 1 tbsp all-purpose flour, and 1/2 tsp almond extract, mixing until combined.
- Step 4: Beat in 1 large egg until smooth and glossy to form the frangipane filling.
- Step 5: Roll out 1 sheet thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to smooth creases, then cut into 4 equal squares.
- Step 6: Place each square on the prepared baking sheet and spread 2 tbsp frangipane filling evenly in the center of each, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Step 7: Fold the corners of each square toward the center, slightly overlapping.
- Step 8: Bake for 20-25 minutes until pastry is puffed, golden, and frangipane is set with a fragrant almond aroma.
- Step 9: Remove from oven and dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Frangipane Almond Cream Puff Pastries?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
