Description
Almond Croissants are a delightful pastry that combines layers of flaky, buttery dough with a sweet almond filling. Perfect for breakfast or a special occasion, these croissants are sure to impress your family and friends. With each bite, you’ll experience the rich almond flavor complemented by a crispy exterior and a tender interior. This recipe is straightforward and guarantees restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup almond paste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Sliced almonds (for topping)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and sugar until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add melted butter and egg yolks, then knead until smooth.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Roll out chilled dough into a rectangle, pound cold butter flat, and place it on one part of the dough.
- Fold the dough over the butter like closing a book, then roll out again into a larger rectangle and cut into triangles.
- Spread almond paste on each triangle, roll from base to tip, and place on lined baking sheets.
- Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg