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Almond Croissants

Almond Croissants Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade almond croissants, a perfect blend of flaky pastry and rich almond flavor that transforms your breakfast or brunch into a gourmet affair. This easy Almond Croissants Recipe utilizes day-old croissants, making it a quick yet impressive treat to share with family and friends. The sumptuous almond filling, made with almond flour and aromatic almond extract, elevates these pastries to bakery-quality status right in your kitchen. Topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, these croissants are not just delicious but also visually appealing. Whether enjoyed alongside coffee, tea, or fresh fruit, they make for an elegant addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 day-old croissants
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds for topping (optional)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Make simple syrup by simmering water and sugar until dissolved; stir in vanilla extract and cool.
  3. In a stand mixer, combine almond flour, all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, softened butter, eggs, and almond extract until light and fluffy.
  4. Slice croissants in half; brush inside with syrup. Spread almond filling on the bottom half and reassemble.
  5. Brush tops with syrup, add more filling if desired, sprinkle with sliced almonds.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

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