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Easy Almond Croissant Recipe

Irresistible Easy Almond Croissant Recipe for Cozy Mornings

Try this Easy Almond Croissant Recipe for a delightful treat that’s simple to make, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 croissants
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croissants
  • 8 pieces day-old croissants Using slightly stale croissants ensures a flaky texture.
For the Simple Syrup
  • 0.5 cups water
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon optional rum Omit for a non-alcoholic version.
For the Almond Filling
  • 1 cups almond flour
  • 0.5 cups salted butter Needs to be soft.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Feel free to tweak the amount.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Enhances flavor.
For Topping
  • 0.5 cups sliced almonds Adds crunch.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°F (80°C) and bake the day-old croissants for about 30-40 minutes until dried out but not browned. Let them cool completely.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine equal parts of water and granulated sugar, along with optional rum. Heat until the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend almond flour, softened salted butter, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg and almond extract; mix until fluffy.
  4. Dip each dried croissant into the simple syrup, coat lightly, and fill with the almond mixture, topping with sliced almonds.
  5. Bake the assembled croissants at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar after cooling for a sweet finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Easy Almond Croissants are perfect for breakfast or brunch and can be made ahead of time. Store extras properly for extended freshness.

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