almond puff pastry king's cake

How To Make almond puff pastry king's cake

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  Step 1
  Defrost puff pastry dough the night before making it in the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 415 degrees.
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  Step 2
  To prepare the frangipane or almond filling, cream butter and sugar lightly.
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  Step 3
  Add the egg.
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  Step 4
  Add the flour.
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  Step 5
  Add the ground almonds in portions. Set aside.
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  Step 6
  Using a generous dusting of flour on the counter and on a rolling pin, roll out one sheet of puff pastry dough into an 11 inch square.
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  Step 7
  Using a 10-inch pie pan turned upside down as your guide, cut a circle out of the dough with the tip of a knife.
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  Step 8
  Refrigerate the sheet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat rolling and cutting the second sheet.
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  Step 9
  Pour frangipane filling into the center of the first sheet of pastry leaving a 1 1/2-inch margin for the edge.
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  Step 10
  Lightly brush the edge with beaten egg.
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  Step 11
  Place the second sheet of dough on top of the first. Press the edges with a fork very firmly.
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  Step 12
  Lightly brush the top of the galette with more of the beaten egg.
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  Step 13
  Using a sharp pointed knife, make decorative crisscross patterns on the top sheet and a few small slits so that steam can vent while baking.
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  Step 14
  Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Avoid opening the oven while baking as the pastry may not fully puff.
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  Step 15
  Remove the galette from the oven and quickly dust it with the confectioners' sugar.
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  Step 16
  Return to the oven for 12 to 15 more minutes until the top is golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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