Description
Buttery croissants embrace delightful pistachio ricotta almond cream, creating a French-inspired pastry masterpiece that whispers luxury in every flaky bite. Delicate layers meld rich nutty flavors, promising a sensational breakfast or elegant dessert you’ll savor with pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 croissants
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) shelled pistachios, finely chopped
Filling Components:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) almond meal
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) powdered sugar
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a smooth, velvety filling by blending ricotta cheese, finely chopped pistachios, almond meal, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until uniformly combined.
- Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, creating a delicate pocket for the luscious filling.
- Generously spread the pistachio ricotta almond cream across the bottom half of each croissant, ensuring an even layer of nutty richness.
- Gently reposition the top croissant half, pressing lightly to seal the creamy interior.
- Arrange the filled croissants on a baking sheet, positioning them with adequate spacing.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated 350F (180C) oven, allowing the pastries to warm and the cream to develop a subtle golden hue, approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool momentarily to prevent burning.
- Serve the warm, decadent croissants immediately, inviting guests to savor the delicate layers and rich, nutty filling.
Notes
- Select high-quality, freshly baked croissants for the best texture and flavor when creating this decadent dessert.
- Ensure the ricotta cheese is at room temperature for smoother mixing and a more even cream consistency.
- Toast pistachios lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add a delightful crunch to the filling.
- Experiment with alternative nut meals like hazelnut or walnut for a unique twist on the original recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg