Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Almond Croissants, a flaky pastry that’s brimming with a sweet almond filling. These pastries are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a brunch or enjoying a cozy morning coffee at home. With their irresistible nutty sweetness and charming appearance, they’re sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create gourmet treats right in your kitchen, making it an ideal choice for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike.
Ingredients
- 6 large one-day-old croissants
- 1 tablespoon diced almonds (per croissant)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons alcohol-free vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup almond flour or almond meal
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons salted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add softened butter, egg, and almond extract; whisk until fully blended.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice each croissant in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spoon a generous amount of almond filling into each croissant half and sprinkle with diced almonds.
- Place filled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg