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Easy Almond Croissants

Easy Almond Croissants

Delightfully Simple and Delicious Easy Almond Croissants that impress with their rich flavor and buttery flakiness.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 croissants
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Syrup
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract
Filling
  • 6 croissants day-old
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups Almond Flour
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 teaspoons Almond Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
  • Powdered Sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar and water; bring to a boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
  4. Slice the day-old croissants in half lengthwise.
  5. In a bowl, mix together softened butter, 1/2 cup sugar, almond flour, egg, 2 teaspoons almond extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Spread the mixture inside each croissant half.
  7. Close the croissants and brush with the sugar syrup.
  8. Place croissants on a baking sheet and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
  9. Bake for 13 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20g

Notes

Consider adding a splash of orange zest to the almond filling for a zesty twist. Let the finished dish rest before serving for optimal texture and flavor development.

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