Almond Croissant-Style Rolls (Printer-friendly)

Flaky sourdough rolls filled with creamy almond filling and topped with almonds and a dusting of sugar.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 lb store-bought or homemade sourdough pizza dough
02 - All-purpose flour for dusting

→ Almond Cream

03 - 1/2 cup almond flour
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Assembly and Topping

10 - 1/2 cup sliced almonds
11 - 2 tablespoons milk
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll sourdough dough into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
03 - In a medium bowl, cream together almond flour, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until smooth.
04 - Spread almond cream evenly over the rolled dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
05 - From the long edge, roll dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut into 8 equal pieces.
06 - Place rolls cut-side up on prepared baking sheet. Gently reshape if needed.
07 - Brush tops with milk and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
08 - Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
09 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple yet sophisticated take on classic almond croissants using sourdough dough.
  • Flaky texture with a rich, creamy almond filling.
  • Relatively quick to prepare with easily accessible ingredients.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife for clean cuts to preserve the rolls' shape.
  • Let the rolls cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently to maintain flakiness.
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