French Cinnamon Almond Palmiers

French · Winter · 45 min · Serves 20 · By Lesapor Test Kitchen

These delicate French cookies are the essence of elegance and simplicity. Made with just a few ingredients, they offer a buttery crunch with a hint of cinnamon and almond. Perfect for winter afternoons with a hot cup of tea.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
3. Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Brush the entire surface with melted butter.
4. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the buttered puff pastry, then sprinkle the chopped almonds on top.
5. Fold each long side of the puff pastry towards the center, then fold one more time to meet in the middle, creating a log shape.
6. Cut the rolled pastry into 1/2-inch slices and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the palmiers are golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.