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Almond Croissant Cookies Recipe

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These Almond Croissant Cookies capture the buttery, nutty flavor of classic almond croissants in a delightful cookie form. Made with almond flour, maple syrup, dairy-free butter, and almond extract, they offer a gluten-free, vegan treat perfect for any occasion. Topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are crisp on the edges with a tender, almond-infused center.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups Almond Flour
  • 3 tablespoons Sliced Almonds
  • 1 dust Powdered Sugar (for dusting)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Unsalted Butter (melted and cooled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add almond flour, melted and cooled dairy-free butter, maple syrup, and almond extract. The almond extract boosts the flavor, giving it that bakery-style almond croissant aroma.
  3. Mix to Form Dough: Use a rubber spatula to thoroughly stir the mixture until it forms a smooth almond paste dough, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each into a small cylinder approximately 1.5 inches (4 cm) long.
  5. Form Crescents: Place the cylinders on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart by about a thumb width. Gently bend the ends of each cylinder with your fingertips to create a crescent shape.
  6. Add Almond Toppings: Press sliced almonds onto the top of each shaped cookie for texture and extra almond flavor.
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies on the center rack for 13-15 minutes at 350°F (180°C) or until the edges turn golden brown.
  8. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet at room temperature for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  9. Serve: Before serving, dust the cookies with powdered sugar to add an elegant finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use almond extract to enhance the almond flavor authentically.
  • Ensure butter is melted and cooled before mixing to prevent cooking the maple syrup or almond flour prematurely.
  • These cookies are naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly when using dairy-free butter and maple syrup.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.
  • For a nut-free variation, almond flour and sliced almonds can be substituted with a seed-based flour and topping, but flavor will differ significantly.

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