Description
Flaky layers of buttery croissant dough filled with a rich pistachio cream and baked into muffin perfection. A unique twist on two beloved pastries—these pistachio croissant muffins are irresistibly delicious! Perfect for pistachio lovers!
Ingredients
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For the Croissant Dough:
- 1 package store-bought puff pastry sheets (thawed) or croissant dough
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
For the Pistachio Cream Filling:
- ½ cup pistachio cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup finely ground pistachios
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup crushed pistachios
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pistachio Cream Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine pistachio cream, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Fold in the finely ground pistachios. Set aside. - Prepare the Dough:
Roll out the puff pastry or croissant dough into a thin rectangle. Brush the entire surface lightly with melted butter. Spread a thin, even layer of pistachio cream filling over the dough. - Shape the Muffins:
Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from one long edge. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces. Place each piece, spiral side up, into a greased muffin tin. - Chill the Dough:
Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. - Bake the Muffins:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool for 10 minutes in the tin before transferring to a wire rack. - Add the Toppings:
Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with crushed pistachios. Dust lightly with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Notes
- You can make the pistachio cream filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you’re using store-bought puff pastry, ensure it’s thawed completely before using.
- For a richer flavor, you can toast the pistachios before adding them to the filling or topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pastries, Muffins, Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg