Description:
Air Fryer Pear and Almond Pastries are elegant treats with flaky puff pastry, juicy pear slices, and creamy almond filling. Perfect for a quick dessert or brunch, these pastries are both easy and sophisticated.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 pastries
Nutritional Information (per pastry):
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 12g
Ingredients:
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
For the Almond Cream Filling:
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 large egg yolk
For the Topping:
- 1 large pear, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
For Garnish:
- Powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pastry:
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 6 squares. Place the squares on parchment paper.
- Make the Almond Cream Filling:
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, softened butter, sugar, almond extract, and egg yolk until smooth.
- Assemble the Pastries:
- Spread a spoonful of almond cream filling onto the center of each pastry square, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Arrange pear slices over the almond filling. Sprinkle with slivered almonds.
- Cook in the Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pastries in the air fryer basket and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
- Cool and Garnish:
- Drizzle with honey if desired and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve:
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes:
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Variations: Substitute pears with apples or stone fruits like peaches or plums.
- Tip: Use parchment paper to prevent sticking in the air fryer.
Enjoy these delightful and flaky Air Fryer Pear and Almond Pastries! 🍐✨