Almond Croissant
The almond croissant is an iconic French pastry traditionally developed as a way to repurpose day-old croissants. The almond cream and crunchy sliced almonds add a unique texture and rich flavor to the pastry. It's one of the most popular specialties in French bakeries, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or alongside a cup of coffee. If you love classic croissants but want to try a more special version, this recipe is definitely worth making! Tip: For an extra crispy texture, you can also sprinkle a little brown sugar on top before baking.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a bowl, whisk together the almond flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt.
3
In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until smooth.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-egg mixture, mixing until you have a smooth almond cream.
5
Slice the croissants lengthwise, almost all the way through, creating a pocket.
6
Spread the almond cream generously inside each croissant, then gently press them closed.
7
Spread a thin layer of almond cream on top of the croissants, then sprinkle with sliced almonds.
8
Place the croissants on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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After baking, let them cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature.
