almond crescent

noun

Meaning

A flaky, curved pastry filled or topped with almond paste, sliced almonds, or almond-flavored cream.

Examples

  • She picked up a warm almond crescent from the local patisserie.
  • The recipe calls for a light dusting of powdered sugar over each almond crescent.

Synonyms: pastry, croissant, danish, viennoiserie