Almond Croissant Filling
A deliciously nutty and sweet almond filling perfect for fluffy almond croissants.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Fills about 12 croissants 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond paste
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Combine the almond paste, sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Use the filling to spread inside rolled-out croissant dough or fill store-bought pastries.
- Top with sliced almonds for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Bake according to croissant recipe or package instructions until golden brown.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing. Consider adding almond extract for extra flavor. Don’t overfill to avoid spills.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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