How to Make the Perfect Almond Croissants
French · Easy · 35 min · 6 servings
Almond Croissants are a gorgeously kid friendly pastry with a sweet almond cream filling and crispy toasted flaked almonds on top. Kids love the combination of buttery pastry and the sweet nutty filling that makes these taste like something from a fancy French bakery.
Why this recipe works
This Almond Croissants recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 420 calories with 8g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 6 whole store bought plain croissants
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 whole large eggs
- 0.5 cup flaked almonds
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Almond Cream
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time beating well after each. Fold in almond flour until a smooth thick cream forms. This is your frangipane filling.
Step 2: Prepare the Croissants
Slice each croissant in half horizontally using a serrated knife. Spread a generous tablespoon of almond cream on the cut bottom half of each croissant. Replace the top half and press gently together.
Step 3: Top and Bake
Spread another spoonful of almond cream over the top of each filled croissant. Press flaked almonds generously into the almond cream on top of each one so they stick well. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden.
Step 4: Cool and Serve
Remove from oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. Dust generously with powdered sugar using a fine sifter. Serve warm for the best experience as the almond cream will be slightly gooey and absolutely delicious for kids.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- store bought plain croissants → day old croissants work even better as they absorb the almond cream more readily
- almond flour → finely ground blanched almonds blended in a food processor work as a great substitute
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using fresh soft croissants that fall apart when sliced instead of slightly firmer day old ones
- Not adding enough almond cream on top which results in dry croissants without the signature gooey richness
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 420 calories, 8g protein, 36g carbs, 28g fat, 2g fiber.
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