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Almond Croissants

Transform store-bought croissants into decadent almond pastries with homemade frangipane cream, rum syrup, and toasted almonds. Perfect for brunch or special occasions.

Featured in Sweet Treats and Baked Goods.

Fatiha
Updated on Sun, 05 Jan 2025 01:29:21 GMT
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Three freshly baked almond croissants are dusted with powdered sugar and topped with slivered almonds, showcasing a delicate filling. Pin it
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Skip the bakery line and make these dreamy almond croissants at home. With store bought croissants, sweet almond cream and a splash of rum syrup, you'll create pastries that taste like they're straight from a French café.

A Morning Treat Worth Waking Up For

These croissants turn a lazy morning into something special. Using store bought croissants saves time but nobody will know your secret. The almond cream and crispy tops make these taste better than any bakery version.

What You'll Need

Croissants:
Get them a day old they'll soak up more flavor
Rum Simple Syrup:
Just sugar water and a splash of rum
Frangipane:
A heavenly mix of almond flour sugar butter eggs and vanilla
Powdered Sugar:
For that pretty finish on top

Let's Bake Together

Sweet Syrup Start
Pour equal parts sugar and water in a pan. Let it simmer until the sugar melts then add your rum. Set it aside to cool while you work on the rest.
Make The Almond Magic
Mix your almond flour and sugar first. Beat in soft butter then eggs and vanilla until it looks smooth and creamy. This is your frangipane and it's going to make everything delicious.
Fill Those Croissants
Slice each croissant in half like a sandwich. Brush both sides with your rum syrup. Spread that lovely almond cream inside and on top. Don't be shy with it.
Time To Transform
Pop them in your oven at 375°F. They'll need about 15 minutes until they're golden and crispy on top but still soft inside.
The Final Touch
While they're still warm dust them with powdered sugar. Watch it melt slightly into the warm tops pure heaven.

Plan Ahead Tips

Make your syrup and almond cream whenever you have time. The syrup keeps for a month in the fridge and the cream stays good for a week. Just let the cream warm up a bit before you use it.

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Fresh Is Best

These beauties taste best fresh from the oven. If you're planning ahead get everything ready but wait to bake until just before serving. Trust me the crispy warm layers are worth the wait.

Your Cafe Moment

Pour yourself a hot coffee sit back and enjoy your homemade almond croissant. Close your eyes and you might just think you're at a sidewalk café in Paris.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these ahead?

Best served same day but can prepare frangipane cream ahead.

→ Why brush with syrup?

Syrup adds moisture and flavor to day-old croissants.

→ Can I skip the rum?

Yes, substitute with vanilla extract.

→ Can I use regular flour instead of almond?

No, almond flour is essential for authentic frangipane.

→ How to store leftovers?

Store at room temperature up to 1 day; best eaten fresh.

Classic Almond Croissants

Buttery croissants filled with rich almond frangipane cream and topped with sliced almonds. A classic French pastry made easy.

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes
By: Fatiha

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: French

Yield: 6 Servings (6)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
02 1/4 cup water.
03 1 tablespoon dark rum or 1 teaspoon vanilla.
04 1 cup almond flour.
05 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour.
06 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
07 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
08 1 cup powdered sugar.
09 1 large egg.
10 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
11 6 croissants.
12 1/2 cup sliced almonds.
13 Powdered sugar for dusting.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet.

Step 02

Heat sugar, water, rum until dissolved.

Step 03

Mix almond flour, flour, salt for frangipane.

Step 04

Blend butter and powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 05

Add egg and almond extract to butter mixture.

Step 06

Fold in flour mixture until smooth.

Step 07

Split croissants, brush with syrup.

Step 08

Spread 2.5 tbsp frangipane inside each croissant.

Step 09

Top with 1.5 tbsp frangipane, sprinkle almonds.

Step 10

Bake 20 minutes until almonds toast.

Notes

  1. Best served same day.
  2. Can prepare frangipane ahead.
  3. Use room temperature butter.
  4. Store at room temperature.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking sheet.
  • Silicone mat or parchment.
  • Mixing bowls.
  • Saucepan.
  • Serrated knife.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Tree nuts (almonds).
  • Dairy (butter).
  • Eggs.
  • Wheat (flour, croissants).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 625
  • Total Fat: 39 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 57 g
  • Protein: 10 g