Ingredients

500g (17.64 oz) Puff pastry

200g (7 oz) Pastry cream

150g (5.3 oz) Whipping cream

50g (1.76 oz) Almonds, chopped

Baking:

Oven Temperature: 180°C (356°F)

Baking Time: 30 minutes

Tray Size: 42 x 30 cm (16.6 x 12 in)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (356°F).

Roll Out the Dough: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 0.5 cm thickness.

Step 2: Shape the Croissants

Cut Strips: Cut the puff pastry into long strips about 2 cm wide.

Twist Over Spoons: Twist each strip around the handle of a tablespoon to create the croissant shape.

Step 3: Fill and Bake

Arrange on Tray: Place the twisted pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 4: Prepare the Filling

Whip the Cream: In a bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

Combine Creams: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pastry cream until well combined.

Step 5: Assemble the Croissants

Cool Pastries: Let the baked pastries cool slightly.

Pipe the Filling: Using a piping bag, fill the cooled croissants with the cream mixture.

Garnish: Sprinkle the filled croissants with chopped almonds.

Enjoy!

Serve: Enjoy your freshly made croissants as a delightful breakfast or snack.