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Pistachio Croissants

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Indulge in the buttery goodness of Pistachio Croissants, featuring flaky, golden croissants filled with a rich pistachio paste. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat, these croissants are a delightful twist on a classic pastry.

Ingredients

  • For the Pistachio Filling:
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or more for desired consistency)
  • A pinch of salt
  • For the Croissants:
  • 1 package (about 8) croissant dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons pistachios (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prepare the pistachio filling: In a food processor, blend the pistachios until finely ground. Add powdered sugar, softened butter, honey, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and thick, adding more cream if necessary to reach the desired paste consistency. Set aside.
  • Prepare the croissants: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the croissant dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Fill the croissants: Gently cut each triangle of croissant dough into two smaller triangles, if you prefer smaller croissants. Place a spoonful of pistachio filling at the wide end of each dough triangle. Roll up the dough tightly around the filling, ensuring it’s sealed.
  • Egg wash: In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the croissants for a shiny, golden finish.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and puffed up.
  • Garnish and serve: Remove the croissants from the oven and sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a bit of orange zest to the pistachio filling.
  • If you want a richer filling, consider adding a bit of cream cheese or mascarpone to the pistachio mixture.
  • These croissants can also be made ahead of time and frozen before baking. Simply bake from frozen for about 18-20 minutes

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