Description
Parisian bakeries inspire this delectable baklawa croissants fusion, blending French pastry techniques with Middle Eastern sweet traditions. Flaky layers of buttery pastry envelop rich nut fillings, offering you a delightful culinary adventure that celebrates cross-cultural creativity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) pistachio flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups (120 ml) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 0.75 cups (180 ml) granulated white sugar
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) cornstarch
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 to 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), calibrating the rack to the center position for uniform heat distribution.
- Croissant Preparation: Slice each croissant horizontally, creating a delicate pocket without completely separating the halves, maintaining structural integrity.
- Syrup Infusion: Lavishly coat the interior surfaces with simple syrup, using a pastry brush to ensure complete moisture penetration and enhanced flavor profile.
- Filling Application: Generously spread pistachio filling across the interior surfaces, creating a luscious, even layer that promises rich taste in every bite.
- Assembly and Decoration: Close the croissants gently, pressing to seal the filling, then artfully top with an additional pistachio layer and sprinkle finely chopped pistachios for textural contrast and visual elegance.
- Baking Process: Arrange the adorned croissants on a pristine baking sheet, allowing minimal spacing between pastries, and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges transform into a golden, crisp perfection.
- Finishing Touches: Extract from the oven, allow a 15-minute cooling interval to set the filling, then delicately dust with powdered sugar, creating a refined, sophisticated presentation.
Notes
- Slice Smartly: Cut croissants carefully, keeping the base intact to create a pocket for maximum filling potential.
- Syrup Saturation Technique: Use a pastry brush or quick dip method to ensure even moisture distribution without making croissants soggy.
- Pistachio Precision: Spread filling evenly and generously, creating a consistent layer that complements the croissant’s delicate texture.
- Golden Brown Perfection: Monitor baking time closely, removing croissants when edges turn crisp and golden to prevent burning or drying out.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 92 mg