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A close-up photograph of several almond croissants on an elegant plate. The croissants are covered with sliced almonds and mint leaves, with a golden-brown crust. The croissants look delicious

Classic Almond Croissants

Transform day-old croissants into bakery-worthy treats with this easy recipe! Slice croissants horizontally, stuff with a creamy almond frangipane (butter + almond flour + sugar + egg), and press on sliced almonds. Bake until golden, then brush with apricot glaze for a glossy finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings 6 croissants

Ingredients
  

  • 6 day-old croissants

Frangipane:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ½ cup softened butter
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 egg + 1 yolk
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • Pinch of salt

Topping:

  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • ¼ cup apricot jam + 1 tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • Make Filling: Beat butter + sugar. Add egg, yolk, almond flour, extract, salt. Chill.
  • Slice & Stuff: Cut croissants, spread frangipane, close.
  • Glaze: Brush with jam, press on almonds.
  • Bake: 375°F for 15-18 mins. Cool. Dust with powdered sugar.