Croissant aux Amandes

Lori Wilson

Croissant aux amandes are almond croissants filled with a sweet almond cream called frangipane and finished with sliced almonds on top. They are traditionally made using day-old croissants that are brushed with a light syrup before filling and baking. The whole process takes about 30 minutes and produces a crisp, nutty pastry with a soft, buttery interior.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 20

Total Time 1 20

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine French

Servings croissants

Calories 619 kcal

Equipment

Baking sheet
Parchment Paper
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Spatula
Oven

Ingredients

Croissant Dough

6 large Croissants Stale or day-old, preferably homemade or from a good bakery

Almond Cream Filling

½ cup Unsalted butter Softened
½ cup Granulated sugar
1 large Egg Room temperature
1 cup Almond flour
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon Salt

Topping

¼ cup Sliced almonds
1 tablespoon Powdered sugar For dusting

Instructions

Prepare the Almond Cream Filling:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until creamy.
Add the large egg, blending until smooth. Mix in 1 cup of almond flour, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. The mixture should be light and fluffy with a slight almond aroma.

Assemble the Croissants:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Carefully slice each croissant open, leaving one edge attached. Spread a generous amount of almond cream filling inside each croissant.
Spread a thin layer of almond cream on top of the croissants and sprinkle with 1/4 cup of sliced almonds for a delightful crunch.

Bake:

Place filled croissants onto the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the almonds are toasted.

Final Touch:

After removing from the oven, allow them to cool slightly. Dust with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Lori’s Tips

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of rum or almond liqueur to the almond cream mixture.
If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the sugar in the almond cream.
Ensure the croissants are stale or day-old for easier handling and better absorption of flavors.

Nutrition

Calories: 619kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 11gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 368mgPotassium: 125mgFiber: 4gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 1016IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Almond Croissant, Croissant, Croissant aux Amandes

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