Description
Indulgent Parisian bakery magic comes alive with homemade Almond Croissants, a delightful pastry that elevates classic French technique. Crisp, buttery layers meet rich almond cream, promising a luxurious breakfast experience you’ll savor with each delicate, golden bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 croissants
- 1 cup (96g) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (43g) sliced almonds
Baking and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1 cup (113g) powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Liquid and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- 1 tablespoon dark rum, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a simple syrup by heating sugar, water, and rum in a small saucepan until sugar completely dissolves, approximately 1-2 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the frangipane by whisking almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl.
- In a separate large bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate the egg and almond extract into the butter mixture, blending until fully integrated. The mixture might initially appear curdled but will eventually smooth out.
- Gently fold the almond flour mixture into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated, creating a cohesive frangipane.
- Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, creating top and bottom halves.
- Liberally brush or immerse the croissant halves in the cooled simple syrup, ensuring thorough coverage.
- Generously spread frangipane on the bottom half of each croissant, then carefully replace the tops.
- Apply an additional layer of frangipane across the top of each croissant.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds over the surface, gently pressing to secure them in place.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Bake the croissants for 20 minutes, or until the almonds turn golden and the frangipane develops a light brown color.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure croissants are day-old or slightly stale for better syrup absorption and richer texture.
- Use high-quality almond extract to enhance the nutty flavor profile significantly.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free blend in frangipane.
- Toast sliced almonds briefly before sprinkling to deepen their roasted, aromatic characteristics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg