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Moroccan Orange Almond Pastry Twists

Flaky puff pastry twists filled with sweet almond filling, orange zest, honey, and warm spices, finished with a glossy citrus glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 pastry twists
Course: Pastries
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry Twists
  • 2 sheets puff pastry thawed
  • 1.5 cups ground almonds
  • 0.33 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 orange zest from 2 oranges
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg
Orange Syrup
  • 0.25 cup orange juice fresh
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Mix almond filling ingredients until a thick paste forms.
  2. Spread filling between puff pastry sheets and cut into strips.
  3. Twist strips, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with almonds.
  4. Bake at 400°F for 18-22 minutes until golden.
  5. Prepare orange syrup while pastries bake.
  6. Brush warm pastries with syrup and serve.

Notes

For maximum flavor, use freshly grated orange zest and brush the syrup onto the pastries while still warm.