Description
Indulge in the exquisite Frangipane Galette des Rois, a traditional French pastry that combines buttery puff pastry with a luscious almond filling. This delightful King Cake fills your kitchen with the warm aroma of sweet almonds and vanilla, making it a perfect centerpiece for festive celebrations or cozy family gatherings. Enjoy every slice as you search for the hidden fève that promises good luck for the year ahead!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pine nuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, sugar, butter, one egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Spread half of the almond filling on one pastry sheet, leaving an inch border; insert the hidden fève.
- Cover with the second pastry sheet and seal edges tightly. Trim excess dough if needed.
- Cut slits in the top for ventilation and brush with the second egg (beaten) for a golden finish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg