Ayla illustrates how to Bake The Almond Croissant

1. BAKING- The Almond
Croissant
Created by Ayla Choudhery

2. If you have ever been to France whether it was Paris or a
weekend in the French Riviera, there is one thing you
can’t forget. That is the croissants, particularly the
“Croissants aux Amandes” or almond croissants. Paired
perfectly with the French-pressed coffee, the croissants
melt in your mouth with just the right amount of flake.

3. Ingredients for the
croissant:!
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8 (at least a day old) medium to large croissant (leaving it at room temperature overnight)
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3 Tbsp sliced almonds
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Powdered sugar just for dusting
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Ingredients for the syrup:
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2 Tbsp of sugar
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4 Tbsp rum (this is your choice, but I highly recommended. Opt for Vanilla extract if you need an alternative)
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1 Cup of water
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Ingredients for the almond cream:
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup almond flour
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4. Instructions:
Using a mixer (on medium/high) or in a bowl, combine ½ cup of sugar, 1 cup of almond flour,
and ⅛ tsp of salt. After mixing, add butter and then the eggs one at a time until your filling is
creamy and light.
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Combine 2 Tbsp of sugar, 1 cup of water, and 4 Tbsp of rum (or Vanilla extract) into a saucepan.
Allow the ingredients to simmer and continue to stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Then,
remove from the stove and allow to cool.
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Preheat your oven to 350° F and line your cookie sheet with parchment paper. Slice your
croissant horizontally as though you were cutting a bagel for the toaster or a slice of bread for a
sandwich. Dip each slice into the syrup you’ve created, making sure both sides are coated. Don’t
drench them in syrup. Remove and arrange on your cookie sheet.
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After placing, spread the almond filling and place the tops of the croissants on the bottom
halves. Spread the almond filling again along the top and sprinkle the sliced almonds.
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Place the cookie sheet in oven and set the timer for 15 to 18 minutes. Remove when they appear
as a golden brown color.
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almond crossiant
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To finish, give them a light dusting of the powdered sugar and you’re ready to take a taste of
France!