Almond Bear Claws

1Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 1 cup almond paste
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• 1 egg for wash
• Sliced almonds
• Powdered sugar

2Instructions

1. 1

   Beat almond paste, sugar, egg, and extract.

2. 2

   Roll pastry into rectangle; cut in half lengthwise.

3. 3

   Spread filling down center of each.

4. 4

   Fold over; seal edges.

5. 5

   Cut into 4 pieces each.

6. 6

   Make 4 cuts on one side to form claws.

7. 7

   Brush with egg wash; top with almonds.

8. 8

   Bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes. Dust with sugar.