Easy Almond Croissants

Easy almond croissant on parchment paper.

This shortcut Easy Almond Croissant recipe is quick and easy to make. The creamy almond filling adds flavor, and the crunchy almonds on top add texture.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Servings:

Calories: 601kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

1 cup almond meal
½ cup butter softened
½ cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
6 croissants
½ cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°c. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Add the almond meal, softened butter, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract and almond extract to the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on a medium speed for 1-2 minutes, or until smooth and well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
Slice the croissants in half with a bread knife. Spread 1 tablespoon of the almond filling over the bottom half of each croissant, and cover with the top half.
Spread another tablespoon of filling over the top of the croissant, then press sliced almonds gently into the almond filing. Place the croissants on the lined baking sheets.
Bake the croissants for 10-12 minutes, or until the almond mixture is lightly golden. Dust with the powdered sugar and serve while warm.

Video

Notes

If you prefer, you may use your favorite homemade croissant recipe instead of store-bought croissants.
Tent them with foil if the almonds start to burn or brown too quickly.
Don’t overbake the almond croissants, or they will become very dry and crumbly.

Nutrition