Pioneer Woman Almond Croissant

Pioneer Woman Almond Croissant is made with almond paste, salted butter, brewed coffee, egg yolk, all-purpose flour, sliced almonds, semisweet chocolate, and powdered sugar. This delicious Pioneer Woman Almond Croissant recipe creates a tasty breakfast treat that takes about 30 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 6 people.

Ingredients Needed:

Almond Cream

• 1/2 cup almond paste (4 ounces)
• 4 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee, at room temperature
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 heaping teaspoon all-purpose flour
• Pinch of salt

To Build

• 6 store-bought croissants
• 1 (3-ounce) semisweet chocolate bar
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Chocolate Drizzle

• 1 (1-ounce) semisweet chocolate bar
• Splash of cream

How To Cook Almond Croissant:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Make the Almond Cream: In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup almond paste, 4 tablespoons softened butter, 1/4 cup coffee, and 1 egg yolk. Process until smooth. Add 1 heaping teaspoon flour and a pinch of salt, then pulse to combine.
3. Prepare the Croissants: Slice 6 croissants in half lengthwise. Place the bottom halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. Spread about 1 tablespoon almond cream on each half, then add half of 1 (3-ounce) semisweet chocolate bar on top. Cover with the top halves of the croissants, cut side down. Spread another tablespoon of almond cream on top and sprinkle with 1/2 cup sliced almonds.
4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes until the almonds are golden and the cream is slightly set. Remove from the oven and let cool.
5. Make the Chocolate Drizzle: While the croissants cool, melt 1 (1-ounce) semisweet chocolate bar with a splash of cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler.
6. Serve: Dust the cooled croissants with powdered sugar. Drizzle the melted chocolate over them and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Croissants: Get fresh, good-quality croissants from a bakery or store. Stale croissants won’t hold the almond cream well.
• Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and egg yolk are at room temperature. This helps the almond cream mix smoothly.
• Don’t Overbake: Watch the croissants while they bake. Take them out when the almonds are golden and the cream is slightly set to keep them from drying out.
• Chill the Chocolate Drizzle: Let the melted chocolate and cream cool a bit before drizzling. This keeps it from being too runny and helps it stay on the croissants.
• Add More Flavor: For extra taste, add a splash of almond extract to the almond cream. This boosts the almond flavor and makes the croissants even better.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover almond croissants cool to room temperature. Then, put them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Keep them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Freeze: To freeze leftover almond croissants , let them cool completely, then wrap each one in plastic wrap and put them in a freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. To thaw, take the croissants out of the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for about 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 croissant (approx. 124g)

• Calories: 490
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 65mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Potassium: Not specified
• Total Carbohydrate: 59g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 30g
• Protein: 10g

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