Panera Bread's almond pastry has received a lukewarm reception, particularly in Tasting Table's ranking of pastries. Despite its appealing appearance, customers find it lacking in sweetness and complexity, with the majority of the flavor coming from sugar rather than almonds. The pastry is compared unfavorably to the former bear claw, which had a more robust almond flavor and texture. Online commentary reflects a division among customers, with some appreciating the almond pastry while others miss the discontinued bear claw.
Online comments about Panera's almond pastry are mixed, but there's a common thread: Bear claw fans are as mad as a wild grizzly that it replaced their favorite treat.
The almond pastry's dough is basic with no flavorful additions to it, and in the filling, sugar comes before almonds in order of precedence.
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