Almond Croissants
Almond Croissants
Ingredients
For the Croissants
- 4 large croissants, day-old preferred
For the Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, optional
For the Almond Cream (Frangipane)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, if using. Set aside to cool.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Make the almond cream (frangipane): In a medium bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until well combined. Gradually mix in the almond flour until a smooth paste forms. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350
- 4
Prepare the croissants: Using a serrated knife, carefully slice each croissant horizontally, almost all the way through, creating a hinge. Do not separate the halves completely.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Assemble the croissants: Open each croissant and generously brush the inside with the cooled simple syrup. Spread about 2 tablespoons of almond cream on the bottom half of each croissant. Close the croissant, then spread another tablespoon or two of almond cream evenly over the top of each croissant. Sprinkle generously with sliced almonds.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Bake the croissants for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the almond cream is puffed and golden brown, and the sliced almonds are toasted. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 18 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving. Best enjoyed warm.
⏱️ 5 min
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Almond Croissants
Ingredients
For the Croissants
- 4 large croissants, day-old preferred
For the Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, optional
For the Almond Cream (Frangipane)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, if using. Set aside to cool.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Make the almond cream (frangipane): In a medium bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until well combined. Gradually mix in the almond flour until a smooth paste forms. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350 - 4
Prepare the croissants: Using a serrated knife, carefully slice each croissant horizontally, almost all the way through, creating a hinge. Do not separate the halves completely.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Assemble the croissants: Open each croissant and generously brush the inside with the cooled simple syrup. Spread about 2 tablespoons of almond cream on the bottom half of each croissant. Close the croissant, then spread another tablespoon or two of almond cream evenly over the top of each croissant. Sprinkle generously with sliced almonds.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Bake the croissants for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the almond cream is puffed and golden brown, and the sliced almonds are toasted. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 18 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving. Best enjoyed warm.
⏱️ 5 min