Description
Mandelgipfel is a delicious Swiss almond pastry made with buttery dough and filled with sweet almond paste. Learn how to make it step by step!
Ingredients
✅ 1 sheet puff pastry (or yeasted dough)
✅ 1/2 cup almond paste (or marzipan)
✅ 1/4 cup powdered sugar
✅ 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
✅ 1 tbsp milk (optional, for smoother filling)
✅ Sliced almonds for topping
✅ Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
✔️ If using puff pastry, let it thaw at room temperature for 15 minutes.
✔️ If using yeasted dough, roll it out into a thin rectangle.
2️⃣ Make the Almond Filling
✔️ Mix almond paste, powdered sugar, and a splash of milk in a bowl until smooth.
3️⃣ Shape the Mandelgipfel
✔️ Cut the rolled-out dough into triangles.
✔️ Spread a thin layer of almond filling on each triangle.
✔️ Roll each triangle into a crescent shape, starting from the wide end.
4️⃣ Bake the Mandelgipfel
✔️ Brush the top with egg yolk for a golden finish.
✔️ Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
✔️ Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
5️⃣ Final Touch & Serving
✔️ Let them cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
✔️ Serve warm with coffee or tea.
Notes
💡 For a crunchier texture, bake a few minutes longer.
💡 Make it vegan: Use dairy-free puff pastry and plant-based milk instead of egg wash.
💡 For a richer flavor, add orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast (Ideal as a morning pastry with coffee or tea)
- Cuisine: Swiss
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 6g
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