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lmond Croissant (Croissant aux Amandes)

A decadent French pastry featuring buttery croissants filled with rich almond cream (frangipane), topped with sliced almonds, and dusted with powdered sugar. This twice-baked pastry transforms day-old croissants into a luxurious breakfast or dessert treat.
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Total Time 50 minutes
Cuisine French
Servings 6 croissants
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer or hand whisk
  • Pastry brush
  • Sifter or fine-mesh strainer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serrated knife
  • Spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

Assembly

  • 6 day-old plain croissants
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Prepare Simple Syrup

  • Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan
  • Heat until sugar dissolves completely
  • Let cool to room temperature

Make Almond Cream

  • Beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes)
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition
  • Mix in vanilla and almond extracts
  • Fold in almond flour and all-purpose flour until well combined
  • Set aside

Prepare Croissants

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Slice croissants horizontally, like a sandwich
  • Brush both cut sides generously with simple syrup

Assembly

  • Spread about 2-3 tablespoons of almond cream on bottom half of each croissant
  • Replace top half
  • Spread additional 1-2 tablespoons almond cream on top of each croissant
  • Sprinkle generously with sliced almonds

Baking

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and almonds are toasted
  • Cool on wire rack for 5-10 minutes

Finishing

  • Dust generously with powdered sugar
  • Serve warm or at room temperature

Storage

  • Best served same day
  • Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days
  • Reheat in 350°F oven for 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Nutrition Facts Per croissant: 
  • Total Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Protein: 12g
N.B: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used.
Tips :
  • Use day-old croissants as they better absorb the simple syrup
  • Don't skip the simple syrup as it adds moisture and helps prevent burning
  • Almond cream can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Bring refrigerated almond cream to room temperature before using
Keyword Breakfast, French Pastry, Viennoiserie