Puff Pastry Almond Croissants

Imagine sinking your teeth into layers of crisp, golden puff pastry, filled with a luscious almond mixture that's sweet, nutty, and utterly irresistible. That's exactly what you'll experience with these Puff Pastry Almond Croissants. These treats strike the perfect balance between rich butteriness and delicate almond flavour, making them a true delight for your taste buds.

Why You Need to Try This

1. Irresistible Aroma: As these croissants bake, your kitchen will be enveloped in an intoxicating almond fragrance. It’s like a warm hug from your favourite bakery, promising comfort and indulgence.

2. Texture Magic: The contrast between the crispy, flaky layers of puff pastry and the creamy almond centre is pure magic. Each bite is a revelation—a symphony of crunch and melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

3. Morning Bliss: Imagine waking up to a fresh batch of these almond croissant puffs. Brew a cup of coffee, find a cosy spot by the window, and let the buttery layers transport you to a charming Parisian café.

4. Impress Your Guests: Hosting a brunch or tea party? These puffs will steal the show. Your friends will wonder if you secretly attended pastry school in a quaint French village.

Step-by-Step Recipe:

Step 1: Prepare the Almond Filling

• Begin by gathering your softened butter, sugar, egg, almond flour, and vanilla extract.

• In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, sugar, egg, and almond flour. Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.

• Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until incorporated. For an extra boost of almond flavor, you can also add a splash of almond extract if desired. Set the filling aside while you prepare the puff pastry.

Ingredients you will need:

• Sheet puff pastry ( homemade or store-bought)

• Softened butter

• Sugar

• Egg

• Almond flour or ground almonds

• Vanilla extract

• Almond extract (optional)

Roll Out the Puff Pastry

• If using store-bought puff pastry, follow the instructions on the package to thaw it properly.

• Once thawed, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Aim for a thickness of about 1/8 inch.

Fill and Shape the Croissants

• Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, divide the rolled-out puff pastry into six equal portions.

• Transfer the almond filling into an icing bag or sealable bag .

• Pipe the almond filling diagonally across the centre of each portion of puff pastry.

• Carefully fold the two corners of the puff pastry over the almond filling.

Bake the Croissants

• In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and two tablespoons of milk to create an egg wash.

• Brush the tops of the assembled croissants with the egg wash using a pastry brush.

• Sprinkle a handful of flaked almonds over the top of each croissant for added texture and visual appeal.

Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (390 degrees Fahrenheit) and bake the almond croissants for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown.

Serve and Enjoy

• Once baked, remove the almond croissants from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.

• Before serving, dust the tops of the croissants with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

• These puff pastry almond croissants are best enjoyed warm, with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Indulge yourself in the flaky layers and rich almond flavour – you've earned it!

With this simple recipe, you can bring the magic of freshly baked almond croissants right into your kitchen. So why wait? Get baking and treat yourself to a taste of pastry perfection! Hope you like this recipe. If you give this recipe a try do share it with me on my Instagram (@krustandfrost)!!

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