Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Almond Croissants, a perfect combination of flaky pastry filled with a rich almond filling. These treats are not only visually appealing but also bursting with nutty flavor, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack. With just the right balance of sweetness and crunch, they are sure to impress your family and guests alike. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create this gourmet delight in your own kitchen using simple ingredients. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or enhance your serving with fresh fruits and beverages for a complete experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large one-day-old croissants
- 1 cup almond flour or almond meal
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons alcohol-free vanilla extract
- 1 stick salted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Diced almonds (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and water. Whisk until smooth.
- Slice each croissant lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spoon the almond filling into each croissant evenly and sprinkle diced almonds on top.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place filled croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg