Easy Almond Croissants
Experience the delightful indulgence of Easy Almond Croissants, a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. These pastries feature flaky croissants filled with a rich almond pastry cream known as frangipane and topped with crunchy sliced almonds. Whether you’re enjoying them on a cozy morning or impressing guests at brunch, these croissants will elevate any occasion with their buttery texture and impressive flavor. The best part? They come together in just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of baking, making them a quick yet sophisticated addition to your menu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 butter croissants
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp flour (AP, plain)
- 1 cup water
- 10 tbsp sliced almonds
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar to make simple syrup; heat until dissolved and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and salt. Add eggs and mix well.
- Stir in almond flour and plain flour until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag.
- Slice croissants horizontally and brush inside with simple syrup.
- Pipe almond cream into each croissant half, replace the top, and spread more cream on top before sprinkling with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (90g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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