Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Apple Pie Almond Croissants Recipe. This unique twist on traditional croissants combines the comforting tastes of spiced apples and rich almond paste, all wrapped in flaky, buttery pastry. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these croissants are sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal effort required thanks to pre-made dough, you’ll have a delicious treat ready in no time. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or alongside a cup of coffee for a cozy experience that will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of pre-made croissant dough (8 croissants)
- 2 cups diced apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup almond paste
- Slivered almonds for topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by cooking diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Knead almond paste until creamy to create the almond cream.
- Unroll the croissant dough, spread almond cream on each piece, add a spoonful of apple filling, and roll into crescent shapes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place croissants on the sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle slivered almonds on top, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg