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Best Easy Bear Claws Recipe

Name: Best Easy Bear Claws Recipe
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 100 g
Ingredients: all-purpose flour 2.5 cups; unsalted butter 8 tbsp; milk 0.75 cups; active dry yeast 2.25 tsp; egg 2 pieces; almond paste 7 oz; slivered almonds 0.25 cups; granulated sugar 0.5 cups; salt 0.5 tsp; vanilla extract 1 tsp

Flaky bear claw pastries filled with sweet almond paste are a beloved American bakery classic. Their distinctive shape and rich filling make them a memorable breakfast indulgence.

Cook 105 min Difficulty NORMAL 390 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

all-purpose flour 2.5 cups
unsalted butter 8 tbsp
milk 0.75 cups
active dry yeast 2.25 tsp
egg 2 pieces
almond paste 7 oz
slivered almonds 0.25 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

granulated sugar 0.5 cups
salt 0.5 tsp
vanilla extract 1 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 49 g 50%

Protein 8 g 8%

Fat 19 g 42%

Serving size 100g

Cooking steps

1

Warm the milk gently to 110°F and dissolve the active dry yeast with a pinch of sugar; let it stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
2

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in chilled unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3

Add the yeast mixture, one egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Knead until a soft dough forms, then cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
4

For the filling: mix almond paste, slivered almonds, and remaining egg in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
5

Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to a 12x16 inch rectangle. Spread the almond filling over half, then fold dough over to cover. Cut into 8 sections, and make 3–4 slits on one side of each for the 'claws.'
6

Arrange pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet, shape claws by gently separating slits, and let rise for 30 minutes.
7

Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 18–22 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The centerpiece of Bear Claws is the almond paste. It lends a rich sweetness and distinctive nutty flavor, while slivered almonds add texture. The buttery dough combines with the almond filling for that classic bakery taste and mouthfeel.

Q. What heat control is important for achieving a flaky pastry?

Chilling the unsalted butter and gently warming the milk to 110°F for the yeast activation are crucial steps. Baking at 375°F ensures the bear claws puff and brown evenly without becoming dry or hard.

Q. How can I prevent undercooking or overcooking the bear claws?

After shaping and slitting the claws, let the pastries rise fully before baking. Bake until golden brown, typically 18–22 minutes. Monitor closely: undercooking leaves them doughy, while overcooking dries out the filling and pastry.

Q. How many calories and what are the main macronutrients per serving?

Each serving contains about 390 kcal, with 49g carbohydrates (50% of calories), 8g protein (8%), and 19g fat (42%). The recipe is moderately high in fat due to butter and almond paste, balanced by the carbs from flour and sugar.

Q. Are these bear claw pastries suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, the ingredient list uses no meat, poultry, or seafood, so Best Easy Bear Claws Recipe is vegetarian-friendly.

Best Easy Bear Claws Recipe

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