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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Easy Double-Baked Almond Croissants

    Published: Jun 21, 2020 by Michelle · 21 Comments

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    These Double-Baked Almond Croissants are an easy way to impress friends and family. Revive day-old croissants with a delicious, sweet frangipane almond filling.

    Almond croissant on a white round plate with tray of almond croissants on a tray, flaked almonds scattered around.
    Admittedly, croissants were not my most favourite pastry.

    Maybe it was because to me, they seemed plain and boring.

    My mother-in-law would get mini croissants as a snack, and I'd always pass them over for a wife cake instead.

    That all changed when I tasted my first double-baked almond croissant.

    What's a croissant?

    First off, before we get to the double-baked version, a croissant simply is a buttery, laminated yeasted dough, often found in bakeries and cafes.

    The layers of butter in the dough create steam and puffs up in the oven, creating lightness and flakiness. 

    When bakeries aren't able to sell out of their fresh croissants, they turn the leftovers into a even more delicious pastry.

    Enter.... the Double-Baked Almond Croissant.

    It's a croissant that is twice-baked, and filled with frangipane cream.

    What is frangipane?

    Frangipane is a sweet filling/spread made from ground almonds, butter, eggs and sugar.

    It is found in many baked goods, such as Bakewell Tarts, or in Matcha Almond Bostock.

    Almond croissant on a white round plate with tray of almond croissants on a tray, flaked almonds scattered around.

    Ingredients you'll need

    Sometimes we have extra croissants (my kids love them) on hand, and they'll ask me to make these Double-Baked Almond Croissants.

    This is such an easy recipe to make, especially if you've already got bakery-made croissants. 

    You'll need:

    • day-old croissants: you can use homemade or bakery-style croissants
    • simple syrup: a simple syrup of sugar and water to add a little sweetness and moisture to the croissants
    • frangipane filling: is a sweet almond-based filling made with ground almonds, butter, eggs and sugar
    • flaked almonds: adds a little texture and emphasizes that almond flavour in the croissants
    • powdered sugar: adds a little sweetness to the croissants

    How to make them

    Make simple syrup:

    Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer, until the sugar dissolves. Let cool and set aside.

    Make the frangipane filling:

    In a bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Cream until fluffy (Step 1 below).

    Add in the eggs, vanilla and almond extract and stir to combine (Step 2 below). 

    Next, add in the almond flour and stir to incorporate (Step 3 & 4 below).

    Assemble:

    Preheat oven to 350F/177C.

    Slice the croissants in half length-wise and brush the insides with simple syrup (Step 5 below).

    Spread the almond frangipane filling on the inside (Step 6 below) 

    Replace the croissant tops back on, and then spread remaining frangipane filling on the tops (Step 7 below).

    Sprinkle flaked almonds on top (Step 8 below). 

    Bake the croissants at 350F/177C in the oven until the filling is cooked and fragrant.

    Dust croissants with powdered sugar and enjoy (Step 9 below). 

    Step by step instructions on how to make Double-Baked Almond Croissants, with text overlay.

    Cut cross section of almond croissant revealing interior filling on a white plate.

    How to serve 

    Enjoy the Almond Croissants freshly baked, preferably on the same day.

    Serve with tea or coffee, or alongside other pastries such as: Small-Batch Cinnamon Rolls, Turkey & Cheese Puff Pastry Roll Ups or Chocolate-Dipped Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies.

    How to store

    Otherwise, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

    To reheat, bake them in a 350F oven for 10-15 minutes, until warmed through. 

    Don't microwave them as the croissants will lose their crispness.

    Freeze individually-wrapped almond croissants in aluminum foil for up to 2 months.

    Reheat by baking in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through.

    Other delicious breakfast recipes

    Be sure to try these other breakfast recipes:

    Matcha Almond Bostock

    Raspberry Rose Lychee "Ispahan" Croissant

    Turkey & Egg Breakfast Croissants

    Sourdough Liege Waffles

    Hong Kong-Style French Toast

    Matcha French Toast

    Chocolate SunButter Pop Tarts

    You can make these delicious Double-Baked Almond Croissants easily for breakfast or brunch and impress your family and friends.

    Also, if you don't care for croissants, these might just change your mind (just like they did for me)!

    Let me know if you try out my simple recipe. Tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below.

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    5 from 12 votes

    Double-Baked Almond Croissants

    A simple recipe to revive day-old croissants into a delicious almond frangipane-filled treat.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American, French
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 483kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    Simple Syrup:

    • ¼ C granulated sugar
    • ¼ C water

    Frangipane:

    • 4 croissants day-old
    • 3 tablespoon salted butter softened
    • ½ C granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon almond extract
    • 1 C almond flour

    Garnish:

    • ¼ C flaked almonds
    • powdered sugar
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    Instructions

    Make the syrup:

    • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.

    Make the frangipane:

    • In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add in the eggs, vanilla, almond extract and stir to combine.
    • Next, add in the almond flour and use a spatula to incorporate the mixture.

    Assemble:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Slice the croissants in half lengthwise (not cutting it completely through).
    • Brush the sugar syrup on the insides of each croissant.
    • Divide the frangipane filling into 4 and place about ¼ of the mixture on one half of the croissant. (Leave about 2 tablespoon of the filling for brushing on the tops).
    • Place the top back on.
    • With the remaining frangipane, smear about ½ tablespoon onto the tops of the croissants.
    • Sprinkle the top with flaked almonds.
    • Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the filling is baked through. (Place a piece of foil to cover at around 15 minutes if the tops are browning too quickly).
    • Remove from oven. Let cool.
    • Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 483kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 374mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 805IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Comments

    1. Christie

      July 13, 2020 at 11:28 am

      5 stars
      These double baked almond croissants look so amazing! 10x better than the ones I've seen at the bakery!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        July 13, 2020 at 12:03 pm

        Thanks Christie! They're so easy to whip up! Yeah, sometimes the ones at the bakery skimp on the filling and you feel disappointed haha.

    2. Caro

      November 18, 2020 at 10:19 am

      5 stars
      So delicious!!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        November 18, 2020 at 10:43 am

        Glad you enjoyed the recipe, thank you! 🙂

      • Bert Brunia

        April 30, 2021 at 8:58 pm

        Can I put them in the freezer?

      • Michelle

        May 01, 2021 at 7:30 am

        I haven't tried freezing the finished croissants, but it should be OK. Report back if you try it.

    3. David @ Spiced

      January 12, 2021 at 4:22 am

      5 stars
      Holy cow, am I glad I saw this one on your trending recipes list!! Laura and I absolutely love almond croissants, and I'm really intrigued by this concept of double baking them. These are absolutely going on the list of things to make soon!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        January 12, 2021 at 6:56 am

        Yay, they're so easy to make and they taste just like the ones from the cafe! 🙂 Thanks David!

    4. Carrie Robinson

      March 29, 2021 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      I wish I would have had one of these with my coffee this morning! They look delicious. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Rika

      March 29, 2021 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      They look so delicious. I would pair these with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast!

      Reply
    6. Emily Flint

      March 29, 2021 at 10:14 am

      5 stars
      I always order the almond croissants when I go to a bakery and now I can make them at home?!?!? I love this recipe and now I need some almonds ASAP!! Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    7. Michelle

      March 31, 2021 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      Omg. The only thing better than homemade croissants is the filling in these croissants!

      Reply
      • A

        May 31, 2021 at 9:15 am

        How do you store left over?

      • Michelle

        May 31, 2021 at 11:04 am

        Store any leftovers at room temp for up to 1 day, in an airtight container.

    8. Sarah Baumeister

      June 01, 2021 at 8:14 am

      5 stars
      I love croissants, but this is a great way to revamp ones that may be going a little stale. They look beautiful too!

      Reply
    9. Claudia Lamascolo

      June 08, 2021 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow the additional crunch on the croissants made this super yummy and gourmet-like from a 5 star bakery!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        June 14, 2021 at 11:47 am

        Glad you enjoyed them, Claudia! 🙂

    10. Mirlene

      June 09, 2021 at 8:23 am

      5 stars
      Ohhhh I cannot wait to try this with my morning coffee. Thank you so much for this recipe.

      Reply
      • Michelle

        June 14, 2021 at 11:46 am

        Hope you enjoy it, Mirlene! They would definitely go great with a cup of morning joe 🙂

    11. Jill

      June 11, 2021 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      I love the idea of reviving day old croissants like this. They look like they came from a fancy bakery. Excited to try this recipe!

      Reply
    12. Adrianne

      June 13, 2021 at 11:35 am

      5 stars
      I haven't had a croissant for ages, so now this yummy recipe is making me crave one! I love the ideas of using day old bakery croissants! Thanks

      Reply

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