Easy Chocolate Almond Croissants
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Easy Chocolate Almond Croissants
Description
This recipe starts by preparing a simple almond syrup made with sugar and water heated until dissolved, then flavored optionally with almond extract. The syrup is brushed inside sliced day-old croissants to add moisture and flavor.
The almond filling consists of softened salted butter, sugar, almond flour, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract combined into a creamy mixture. Each croissant is sliced in half horizontally, spread with almond filling, topped with chocolate pieces, then closed and topped with more almond filling and sliced almonds.
Once assembled, the croissants bake at 350°F until warmed through, with the filling melded inside and the topping toasted. A drizzle of melted chocolate adds a final touch.
This preparation revitalizes day-old croissants, making them a warm, nutty, and chocolatey treat suitable for breakfast or dessert. They store at room temperature in an airtight container for several days and can be reheated to restore melted chocolate texture.
Ingredients
Simple Syrup:
- sugar 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Almond Filling:
- 6 Croissant day old
- 1/2 cup butter softened, salted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cups almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ounces chocolate cut into pieces
Topping:
- almond sliced, 1/4 cup
- 4 ounces chocolate (melted to drizzle on croissants)
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make a simple syrup by placing the water and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 90 seconds or until the sugar is completely dissolved. Stir in almond or vanilla extract. If you desire, you don't have to add any flavorings and can brush the croissants with a plain simple syrup.
- Make the Almond Filling: In a bowl, combine almond flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Slice the Croissants: Cut each croissant in half horizontally. This will create a pocket for the almond filling. Lightly brush the inside of each side of the croissant with simple syrup.
- Fill the Croissants: Generously spread the almond filling on the bottom half of each croissant. Reserve a small amount of almond filling for the top of the croissants. Place chocolate on top of the almond filling. Place the top half of the croissant back on.
- Top with Filling and Sliced Almonds: Spread a small amount of almond filling on the middle top of each croissant. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top of each croissant, pressing them gently into the almond filling to make them stick while baking.
- Bake: Place the filled croissants on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-16 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Drizzle with Chocolate and Powdered Sugar: In a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate at 50% power in 30 second increments until melted and smooth. Drizzle over the baked croissants. Allow the almond croissants to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Choose your preferred chocolate types as discussed in the original blog post for taste preference.
- These croissants are best enjoyed warm right out of the oven but can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for several days.
- Reheat gently in oven or toaster oven to melt the chocolate filling again before serving.
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Overall Rating
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