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Mince Pie & Marzipan Croissants Recipe

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  • Author: Noah
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 croissants 1x

Description

Delight in festive flavors with these Mince Pie & Marzipan Croissants, combining buttery croissant dough filled with sweet mincemeat and rich marzipan, finished with a sprinkle of fresh nutmeg and crunchy flaked almonds. Perfectly golden and dusted with icing sugar, these treats bring a delightful twist to holiday baking.

Ingredients

Scale

Pastry

  • 340g pack croissant dough

Filling

  • 150g marzipan
  • 100g good-quality mincemeat
  • Whole nutmeg, for grating

Topping

  • 25g flaked almonds
  • Icing sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven and baking tray: Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/gas mark 4 and line a baking tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  2. Unwrap and separate dough: Unwrap the pack of croissant dough and separate the dough into individual triangles, ready for filling and shaping.
  3. Fill with marzipan and mincemeat: Cut half the marzipan into small cubes. Place 3 to 4 marzipan cubes along the shorter edge of each triangle and spoon about 2 teaspoons of mincemeat into the center. Grate a little fresh nutmeg over each pastry for added aroma and flavor.
  4. Roll and shape croissants: Starting from the shorter edge lined with marzipan, gently roll up each triangle into a crescent shape. Curl the ends slightly to form classic croissant shapes and arrange them spaced out on the prepared baking tray.
  5. Add topping: Grate the remaining marzipan on top of the rolled croissants and scatter flaked almonds over them to add texture and enhance presentation.
  6. Bake to golden perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the croissants turn golden brown and puffed up, indicating they are fully cooked.
  7. Cool and dust: Allow the croissants to cool slightly on a wire rack before dusting them generously with icing sugar to finish. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use good-quality mincemeat for the best flavor balance between sweet and spiced.
  • Freshly grated nutmeg adds a warmer, more aromatic flavor than pre-ground nutmeg.
  • Keep an eye on the baking time as ovens vary; remove when golden for a flaky texture.
  • These croissants are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven if needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Keywords: mince pie, marzipan croissants, festive pastry, holiday baking, sweet croissants, mincemeat dessert

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