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Pistachio Cream Croissants

Delicious flaky croissants filled with a rich and creamy pistachio filling, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Croissant Dough
  • 1 package Puff Pastry thawed
Pistachio Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Pistachios shelled and unsalted
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream chilled
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For Baking
  • 1 egg Egg beaten for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Milk for egg wash

Method
 

Prepare the Pistachio Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shelled pistachios, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Croissants
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into triangles.
  2. Place a spoonful of pistachio cream at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up tightly towards the point.
  3. Place the rolled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Croissants
  1. In a small bowl, mix the beaten egg with milk. Brush the mixture over the croissants for a golden finish.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Serve
  1. Let the croissants cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top before baking.

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