Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Almond Croissants, a simple yet impressive treat perfect for any occasion. These croissants transform day-old pastries into a gourmet experience with rich almond filling and a touch of elegance. Ideal for brunches, afternoon teas, or a sweet snack, they are quick to prepare, taking only 25 minutes from start to finish. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish that will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 butter croissants
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 10 tbsp sliced almonds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar to create simple syrup; let cool.
- In a bowl, mix room temperature butter, salt, and granulated sugar until creamy. Incorporate eggs, then add almond flour and plain flour until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag.
- Slice croissants in half horizontally. Brush inside with syrup, fill with almond cream, and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg