Pear Croissant
The croissant is one of France's most famous pastries, and over the years, many variations have been created. The pear croissant is a special, fruity version where the natural sweetness of the pear meets the silkiness of mascarpone and the warm aroma of cinnamon. Ground walnuts add a crunchy texture to the filling, while honey provides a delicate sweetness. This croissant is a perfect choice for a light breakfast or is excellent as a dessert. If you love sweet, fruity pastries, you should definitely try this croissant!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Wash, peel, and dice the pear into small cubes.
2
In a bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese with the honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ground walnuts.
3
Add the diced pear and gently mix until you have a well-combined filling.
4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut it into equal-sized triangles.
5
Place a portion of the pear filling on the wider end of each triangle.
6
Carefully roll up the triangles into croissant shapes, starting from the wider end.
7
Brush the tops of the croissants with the beaten egg to ensure a beautiful golden-brown finish.
8
Place the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
9
Let the croissants cool for a few minutes before serving, then dust them with powdered sugar.
