Start by making the almond filling. Mix together the ground almonds, sugar, eggs and vanilla to make a spreadable mixture. Stir in the mixed dried fruits. Rolled out the puff pastry into a large square and cut into 12 cm squares. Brush all over lightly with beaten egg and cut the corners using a knife. Place a tablespoon full of the filling into the center of each square and press the corners into the middle like a star. Place onto baking sheets lined with non stick paper, glaze the tops with egg. Bake in the oven at 200°C for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Make a glaze by mixing together the icing sugar and vanilla with a little warm water and brush over the stars. Immediately decorate with flake almonds, a sprinkle of cinnamon and a cherry half in the middle.