Puff Pastry Bear Claws Recipe

Name: Puff Pastry Bear Claws
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup superfine sugar; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 large egg yolks; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1 cup ground almonds; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and rolled out into a 16x16-inch square; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, or to taste; 2 tablespoons superfine sugar, or to taste

Servings: persons

1/3 cup superfine sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup ground almonds
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and rolled out into a 16x16-inch square
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, or to taste
2 tablespoons superfine sugar, or to taste

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Beat 1/3 cup superfine sugar and butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
3
Add eggs yolks and beat well; beat in almond extract.
4
Stir ground almonds and flour into butter mixture until mixture has a thick paste-like consistency.
5
Cut puff pastry into 8 equal pieces.
6
Place 1 tablespoon almond mixture in the lower center of each piece.
7
Fold top of puff pastry down over the filling and press edges together to seal.
8
Make three 1/2-inch cuts equal lengths apart on the bottom edge to make the 'claw'.
9
Transfer claws to a baking sheet.
10
Whisk egg and water together in a bowl.
11
Brush each bear claw with egg mixture and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons superfine sugar and sliced almonds.
12
Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

568

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup superfine sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened, 2 large egg yolks, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and more.

Yes, Puff Pastry Bear Claws falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Puff Pastry Bear Claws

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