Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. We used the big ones from Costco. Also, my aunt is a pastry chef who studied in France. But this is a terrible cook book. Gradually add the flour 1/2 cup at a time and mix just until the dough comes together in a sticky ball. beat it some more until it looks like this: Preheat the oven to 350 F . Arrange the croissants on a baking dish, cut side up. I told her too much water syrup was prepared and one could probably get away easily using half. Place the top halves on and spread about 1 Tbsp of almond filling over the top. Thank you! Recipe from 'How To Bake' by Paul Hollywood. Stir in the yeast, and let sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy and bubbly. When I saw the title for Almond Croissants, I was expecting to see a complete recipe for making the croissants. Then come home and put pepperoni on it. Because the base of this recipe is almond meal, I do not add almond extract, however if you wanted to add a splash, it would not hurt. Make the almond cream by whipping the butter, sugar, almond flour, eggs & almond extract until fluffy. i made 3 batches of your recipebut when my croissants came out of the oven they had flattened? Thanks for your support and for following my recipes. Thanks for this delicious recipe.. Youre so welcome Shijina Cool name by the way!! I made this this morning with small croissant and came out well. Place the ground almonds, butter, sugar. Start your recipe by preheating the oven to 360 F or 180 degrees Celsius. Great question, Carol. Almond Croissants Recipe Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Serves 8. Yep! Im so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing that amazing review! Without testing those substitutions it is difficult to say if they would work or not, if you are comfortable using them and cant eat eggs, its definitely worth a try! If I make them the night before, is it best to refrigerate or leave them out? these look amazing and i want to try them. God bless what youre doing and keep it up! or do they have to be 8 days old? Ive made these before and they are sooo delicious- now that the liquor store is closed I cant buy rum. Still, the leaked filling browns upon leaking onto pan and is better this way than gloppy inside the croissant. Now every time I go into a bakery and see them, I want one, but I stop and think, nah, I can make that at home ;)! Add the butter, and mix again until well blended. Top with almond slivers, drizzling with honey to help them stick. So if I were to bake these the night before I needed them, should I leave them at room temp? 5. Can you use almond paste and turn it into a cream? Pinch the edges lightly to seal in the butter. Leave a Private Note on this recipe and see it here. Layer a pan or baking sheet with parchment paper and grease it with butter. If youre finding that things are melting before youre ready, chill it all. 500g strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting, 300g chilled unsalted butter, preferably a good-quality Normandy butter. This is called a single turn. Arrange them on prepared baking sheet. We used Almond Meal as the base. Tried these at my sisters house, and fell in love with them!! Spread a layer of almond filling on the bottom half of each croissant, about 2-3 tablespoons. Welcome to my kitchen! Your dough should be rather stiff this is okay. Now, this is not Paul Hollywoods Croissant recipe its my own adapted recipe! While the dough hook mixes, add in 20 grams of the butter. James Martin Chicken Kiev with a twist. Not a thing. Ive made them 4 times over the last 6 weeks. They were a hit! Bought some rum essence, do you know or does anyone know whether this would work just as well? 8. but none of these affected the goodness. I have a roll of almond paste. The danishes turned out so highly addictive that I just cant stop eating it!!! I am glad you posted this awesome-looking recipe, giving me an idea for my coming up breakfast for my guests. Yummmy.. Made these for breakfast. The recipe didnt specify but Id love to know what works best . Not so sweet that you have to worry about your blood sugar! Once all of the milk is added, turn the mixer up to medium speed and beat the dough for at least 5 full minutes. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and leave to chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Refrigerate the filling, but you can even leave the syrup at room temp overnight. Hi Natasha, I made these today, they were delicious. It sounds like you have a new favorite! Really, really good! Take a standing mixture, add in all the ingredients and whisk in to form a creamy texture. Now, before we get into it, a warning croissants are all about precision and preparation. When we were in Paris, we had croissants exactly like these. Add the salt and sugar to one side of the bowl and the yeast to the other. Eat warm. This post may contain affiliate links. Thank you-. I eat at least two a day from Starbucks. Thank you for the awesome feedback! Achieve the perfect hot cross buns with master baker, Paul Hollywood's ultimate guide to baking and decorating these delicately spiced, fruity Easter treats. Combine all ingredients and mix until it forms a paste. I wanna try this recipe but am unsure if I should use store bought croissants or try to make them from scratch? Love it.. Sounds like you have awesome Christmas Tradition to look forward to! Add almond paste and pulse until finely chopped. Bakeries use day old croissants to make them as well. Place the tops on the croissants. Preheat oven to 350F. Just made those croissants this morning. I have lots of leftovers because I used less croissants. God bless you too!! Youre so welcome. I want to try these. Just to update you absolutely loved these! Youre very welcome, Mila. The only thing I was unsure of was dipping both sides in the syrup. They dont last long around here Read Next: Yorkshire Fishcake Three Twists. To make frangipane mixture, cream butter and sugar in a food processor. You can use 1 tsp Vanilla extract instead of rum. Would you be able to use freshly baked croissants for this recipe? Paul Hollywood presents a series in which he reveals the secrets of breads from all over the world and shows how a loaf can be transformed into delicious dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.. Keep wrapped airtight at room temperature. 1. Thats so wonderful to hear! Subscribe now for full access. Hello Annah, I have this Almond Croissant Recipe. You will have 12 medium-sized croissants. Instructions. I felt guilty because I didnt know what to do with the excess. Youre cooking gourmet treats before I was! What do you put in yours? Use a pastry brush to soak the cut sides of the croissant halves liberally with the rum syrup. Hi Valentina, as long as they arent moldy, they should work just fine , I am in love with these croissants. Put the flour into a bowl of a mixer fitted with a dough hook. These are amazing! If so how would you do this? Add the salt and sugar to one side of the bowl and the yeast to the other. 4 Tbsprum(optional, but highly recommended. Whisk in the almond extract, then add the flour, salt and toasted almond flour, and whisk until smooth and satiny. Ive served bagels with cream cheese for guests before but I also envision doing like a hot waffle bar with lots of toppings. Has a yone tried using it with this recipe? Top with the top half of the croissant. I did 12 large croissants so I made batch and a half of filling and had just a little bit left over. Thank you for sharing your good feedback with us! Does it produce similar results? Put the butter between 2 sheets of baking parchment. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. I suggest waiting to dust with powdered sugar until just before serving. Subscriber benefit: give recipes to anyone. Today. You will now have a sandwich of two layers of butter and three of dough. Wow, what a great idea! Banana, walnut & chocolate chip loaf 123 ratings Paul Hollywood shares his banana bread recipe - this delicious bake is dotted with chocolate and nuts Mince pies 228 ratings 4 tablespoons/56 grams unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) or teaspoon coarse kosher salt (such as Morton's) cup/108 grams blanched almond flour (see Tip). 5. . 1 cup/96 grams almond flour cup/113 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature cup/106 grams packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs, at room temperature teaspoon almond extract 3. Place 1 small square of chocolate on each croissant before completing step 7 (just as above) and fold/chill/bake as usual. Im so glad to hear that! First, add your flour to a mixing bowl (with a dough hook attachment). Im glad that your boys loved this recipe! After your croissants have been on the counter drying out overnight, and you're ready to use them, slice each croissant horizontally like you would for a sandwich. Thanks. Fold the exposed dough at the top down over one-third of the butter. Not a recipe. I used scratch made croissants and they all came out perfectly! I made these this morning and they turned out fabulous!! Now starting at the thick end of the triangle, roll up into a croissant. I bet it tasted amazing! On a lightly floured surface, roll out your dough to a rectangle, about 60 x 20cm; it should be about 1cm thick. Thanks for stopping by! Thank you so much for sharing that with me! (Use most of it or all, if the croissants are very stale.) Mix, then knead on your work surface for 10 mins. Normally the cream is not overly sweet and is definitely balanced by the rum syrup. Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a ball. 1 teaspoon almond extract 1/3 cup sliced almonds powdered sugar for sprinkling almond paste or pastry cream for filling if desired Instructions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. I thought Id mention this easy solution in case anyone else experiences that issue! Almond Croissant Ingredients and Recipe Source To make almond croissants, you'll need: 1 medium egg 170 grams unsalted butter 240 grams almond flour 1 tsp cornstarch .5 tsp amond extract 170 grams powdered sugar Almond slivers for topping Combine all ingredients and mix until it forms a paste. I appreciate that level of accuracy. Today. Couldnt find the brand and couldnt justify the price of experimenting with a different brand. 3. Thank you soo much for sharing it with us! These are honestly better than any I have ever bought in an independent or store bakery. I may try leaving out one egg, maybe even dropping down butter. Such a small world. 7. Haha gotta watch myself:). Bake the croissants for 20 to 25 minutes or . If Im have hazelnut meal, can i use this for the almond flourmeal instead? Exploratorium has my family doesnt drink alcohol , but it tasted amazing regardless. They would be great for your next Sunday morning breakfast :). Instructions. Problem: filling leaks A LOT during baking. It also took 1/2 cup of almonds. Im so glad you loved the recipe. The mixture must be creamy but not too soft or liquid. Preheat the oven to 400F. Spread the bottom half of the croissants with almond paste and place the top half on top to sandwich together. Add ground almonds, eggs and brandy and blend well. Do a quick google search of how to make almond flour its very simple to do. Whats a good brand of powered sugar you use? Prep: 16-17 hours, including overnight chilling Ive actually made both the night before and it turned out perfectly fine. I hope youll find more new favorites on the site. I love this recipe! They should be golden brown; cool them on a wire rack. I'm Natasha Kravchuk. It should smell bread-like. Make the filling: Combine the sugar, almond meal, vanilla, butter, and egg in a food processor or blender, and blend until creamy. P.S. The filling is not too sweet, the almond flavor perfect, and they dont even take that long to make a steller brunch item! Hi Natasha, Bought the croissant today as I have a hard time going to stores , can I freeze them and when they thaw do I have to wait a additional day to set them out so they can go stale ? Youre welcome! I wish I would have found your recipe sooner. I was hoping that your recipe would help me with this. Juice of 1 small lemon. I make them during the holidays as gifts to my friends, they all look forward to having them on Christmas morning at their doorstep, since I deliver them at midnight. Way to go! Couldnt get the large round croissants but the medium oblong ones worked fine. While I prefer using dark chocolate, you can use whatever your little heart desires. My pleasure Tawny! When you are ready to shape the croissants, line 2 or 3 baking trays with baking parchment or silicone paper. Could I use rum extract instead of vanilla? Add the egg and almond extract and beat again until you get a thick paste. Starting from the shorter edge fold the dough into thirds. Super easy and delicious. Im so happy you and your friends loved it . When I re-assembled I kind of just placed the tops on and applied the cream and almonds but they fell apart a little when handling after baking, so I think I could have smushed them together better. When ready to start shaping, line 2-3 baking trays with parchment paper. If using whole almonds: combine 1/2 cup sugar, 2/3 cup almonds and 1/8 tsp salt in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until finely ground. Thank you!!! Hi Cathie, you definitely want just a quick dip since croissants absorb liquid easily. . If the butter does not fit neatly right to the edge of the dough, you will end up with parts of the croissant with no butter. If you really want to get fancy, you could make a hazelnut version of the above almond paste, (just sub out hazelnut oil for the extract and hazelnut flour for almond flour). Bring to a simmer for a minute and stir until the sugar dissolves then remove from heat and let cool to room temp. Enjoy!! Prepare a frangipane (almond filling). If you leave the butter at room temp overnight, making the filling is a pretty quick process. A new family favorite. Amazing recipe. I just wanted to say that I tried this recipe after buying these croissants at a bakery overseas and this recipe absolutely brought that same flavor back to my family! When I was looking for recipes to make these I came across an article..almond croissants were originated because french bakers needed to dress up old pasteries..and this the well beloved almond croissant. For a traditional crescent shape, turn the ends in towards each other slightly. You can but you will need to take an extra step. Method: Add the flour to a large bowl; then add the salt and sugar to one side of the bowl, followed by the yeast on the other. 3. Ive made these several time and they are always a big hit. Add the milk, sugar, egg, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Ive never made anything with almond meal so maybe the almondy alone flavor comes from it? Your recipe was easy to follow, and your pictures of the process were fabulous. Please let me know how it turns out! Crack in the egg and mix it with your fingers until the mixture forms a soft dough. (We used our trusty Kenwood) I honestly have no self control when I see them. Not similar to the patisserie in our area but its damn close and it doesnt cost like $6 per croissant. Then I bake it . Hi Jen, leaked filling is usually an indication of using too much of the almond mixture. Then I just take them out, cook them and theyre amazing. In BAKE, Paul Hollywood shares his best ever recipes for classic bakes: cakes, biscuits and cookies, breads and flatbreads, pizza and doughnuts, pastries and pies, and showstopping desserts. 1 hour 30 minutes, plus proofing and cooling, 45 minutes, plus at least 6 hours cooling, 1 hour 20 minutes, plus proofing and cooling, 2 1/2 hours plus overnight soak, time to cool and time to set, 1 hour 15 minutes, plus at least 3 hours resting, 1 hour 15 minutes, plus several hours cooling, 1 hour 45 minutes, plus 6 to 26 hours resting and proofing, 2 hours, plus 6 to 26 hours resting and proofing. In the large bowl of a stand mixer (or in a large bowl) fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, milk and the yeast mixture and mix on medium speed until combined. You can use 1 tsp Vanilla extract instead) I hope that helps. Do you mean dip both sides of each half, so in other words, the croissants inside and outside would both be dipped since the croissants are already cut in half, or, do you hold the croissant halves together while dipping, and only dip the outside of the croissant? Make sure the puff pastry is completely thawed! Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and feedback. Measure 300ml cold water into a jug, add the yeast and stir. Thats so great! Ive lost count of how many recipes of yours i tried and each is better than the last. Got all the ingredients ,except the rum. So simple to make and yet the results are awesome! Unless you have other recommendations! I was wondering though, I dont see almond extract in this recipe, does it not really go in? 2. I added almond, and vanilla extract to the filling, and they tasted fantastic. My almond filling was a little runny, so I added a bit of additional flour, and they turned out golden and beautiful Thanks for yet another new favourite, Natasha! Now, add your salt and sugar on one side of the bowl, with your yeast on the other. I so wanted these to be crispy on the outside, but they were soggy. Sprinkle the salt over the top and mix on low for 2 minutes to dissolve the salt. 1 cupalmond meal/almond flour (or 2/3 cup whole blanched almonds, but youll need a good food processor to process almonds into an almond meal) 1 stick (8 Tbsp) unsaltedbutter, room temp, sliced 04.05.2014 - It's National Croissant Day, so here is Bake Off king Paul Hollywood's delicious recipe. Note: The information shown is Edamams estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. Slowly add water while mixing the dough. Will definitely use again and again! Hi Sarah, it sounds like they were too wet just a quick dip is all thats needed. You are welcome Tanya, Im so glad you liked it . The only thing I should say is, dont let the butter get too warm before you put it in the mixer or else it will become kind of liquidy. All you need is two high-quality chocolate bars of your choice and the base recipe. I sure appreciate it! . thanks for the recipe! In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 Tbsp sugar and 4 Tbsp rum. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionists advice. Hi Maya Thank you so much for sharing that! Thank you for sharing that with us! , This looks yummy! Your solution is genius and I will try that with my leftover filling. Mix until well incorporated, then blend in the butter. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. If anyone tried freezing these, please share your results. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Easy Almond Croissant Recipe Paul Hollywood And, now we've got the full listing of eats and. In a medium bowl, combine the butter and brown sugar, and beat with a silicone spatula or wooden spoon until the mixture is light and creamy, about 2 minutes. Spread the bottom halves with half of the frangipane, dividing evenly and spreading all the way to the edges. Please let us know how it goes if you try it. There arent any notes yet. 9. They even sell day old croissants. The steps were easy to follow and pictures were helpful. They turned out great! Im so happy you loved it, Patty! Thank you for sharing your recipe! Im so happy you enjoyed that. Read Next: What do Americans eat at Christmas? Ive also used the filling to make stuffed French Toast, topped with sliced almonds and that was pretty darn good too. Hi Karen, Ive never tried freezing them so I cant make a recommendation. And thanks for the amazing tutorial! Put your butter on the dough so it covers the bottom 2/3 of your dough. Sprinkle with sliced almonds. For the syrup can you use Amaretto instead? Wow! 4 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature 1/4 cup coffee, at room temperature 1 egg yolk 1 heaping teaspoon all-purpose flour Pinch of salt To Build: 6 store-bought croissants One 3-ounce. Its also important to keep everything cool as you work, including your hands. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 Tbsp sugar and 4 Tbsp rum. I had 8 croissants and dipped each side once (inside and out), so maybe I could have added a little more? Ill try the recipe again! In a large mixing bowl, with a stand or handheld mixer fitted with a dough hook stir together flour, sugar, yeast, milk, soft butter, and salt. your own Pins on Pinterest Stay safe and healthy. This is the first time I have ever commented on a page before. . With the mixer running, slowly pour in the milk. Add the butter to the food processor and continue processing until a smooth paste forms. The hazelnut croissants tasted really great with coffee! A labour of love but worth it. Almond Croissant Recipe Paul Hollywood By Admin December 02, 2021 Just add coffee and a newspaper for the perfect breakfast almond croissant recipe paul hollywood. Explore. I added Amaretto liqueur instead of rum. One friend of mine even used Nutella, which was a whole other level of deliciousness. 500 grams strong white bread flour, with extra for dusting (, 10 grams salt, plus ~2 grams for the eggwash (AKAa pinch). Its best to make the filling the same day since its not great to refrigerate it (butter will become stiff and make it hard to spread) and you wouldnt leave it at room temp overnight because of the raw eggs. Yes they can be French croissants , omglol. Everybody loved them. 1 Cup water, 1/2 cup granulated sugar If you visit a classic French Bakery, youll likely see these behind a shiny glass: Croissants aux Amandes (aka Almond Croissants). Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water (110 to 115) 4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup cold butter 3/4 cup warm milk (110 to 115) 3 egg yolks FILLING: 1/2 cup almond paste 1 egg white 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar EGG WASH: 1 egg white 1 tablespoon water 1/4 cup sliced almonds Shop Recipe These look divine, I will definitely try! Thank you for developing this recipe!! Stir in the vanilla and almond flavorings. Hi Sarah, I havent seen that happen with fully cooked croissants. I bet others may have the same question. Bake on the center rack for 15 to 18 minutes or until the cream is golden. fold a third of the dough and then fold again with the top third to make a neat square (AKA single turn). It is a digital cookbook and cooking guide alike, available on all platforms, that helps home cooks of every level discover, save and organize the worlds best recipes, while also helping them become better, more competent cooks. A warm, crunchy croissant with some nice coffee is about as good as breakfast can get. Put the butter on the dough so that it covers the bottom two-thirds of the dough. Make a well in the flour and pour in the liquid. Im so happy you enjoyed it, Rahma! I asked her and she said this is how they do them. These are the absolute best croissants! Thank you! STARBUCKS BUTTER CROISSANT RECIPES. I made these and they are so delicious! Thank you for the recipe! You would have saved me a small fortune at $6 a pop at the bakery, and hubby said these were better than the bakerys. You know this isnt a real recipe right? I was afraid of too much seeping out. Not 8 days old, but one day old. I found your recipe and tried it last night. Im always searching for great almond croissants in bakeries, but this one is the best! I googled the difference and it seems they are pretty much the same thing. Place the croissants on the baking sheet, spacing evenly, and bake until the almonds are toasted and the frangipane is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. This is important, as salt will kill your yeast before it gets to do its thing. I use the good old Karo corn syrup. I would love to know how they turn out once you make them . Spread more of the cream over the top. I love paul hollywood and great british bake off/baking show. Im trying to use up several tubes of the 7 oz Odense almond paste. Its good, but the original recipe calls for almond extract and for me, thats one ingredient that cant be left out! I hope you love this recipe! If using smaller croissants, you can definitely fill more. Thats a great idea Lourdes! Todays recipe is one close to my heart croissants. Hi Sarah, most almond flours have the peels removed or it will change the consistency and color of your almond flour. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water for 5 minutes. You can totally make the filling and syrup the night before. I suggest arranging them on a wire rack and letting them sit uncovered at room temperature as long as you can to dry them out a little before using.