Almond and Jam Croissants Recipe

Almond and Jam Croissants

Ready in 20 minutes, these sweet treats are a delicious brunch or dessert! - by Mel Burge

Take croissants to the next level with this cracker 20-minute dessert! And it's a delicious sweet brunch option too ...

Ingredients

100g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature

¼ cup icing sugar mixture

1 cup almond meal

4 butter croissants (65g each)

¼ cup raspberry jam

2 tablespoons flaked almonds

Extra icing sugar mixture, to decorate

Method

Combine butter, sugar and almond meal in a large bowl. Mix well with a wooden spoon.
Cut croissants horizontally in half. Spread 2 tablespoons almond mixture over the base of each croissant. Spread evenly with jam (about 3 teaspoons each). Replace tops.
Spread remaining almond mixture over top of croissants. Sprinkle with almonds. Place on an oven tray.
Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 8 minutes, or until light golden and warm.
Serve dusted with extra icing sugar.

TIP! Butter croissants are sold loose in the bakery cabinet of major supermarkets. Croissants can prepared up to several hours ahead. Keep, covered, at room temperature. Cook just before serving.

Mel Burge

Mel Burge is the Deputy Food Editor for New Idea. She has a passion for all things food but specialises in baking and cake decorating. Mel loves to travel the world, eat delicious food and drink cocktails with her friends.