Save Delicate, buttery croissant-shaped cookies with a hint of vanilla and almond, perfect for the holiday season.
This recipe always brings warmth and joy to our family gatherings during Christmas time.
Ingredients
- Dough: 200 g unsalted butter, softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 large egg yolk, 250 g all-purpose flour, 100 g ground almonds, 1/4 tsp salt
- Topping: 50 g powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix Vanilla and Egg Yolk:
- Mix in the vanilla extract and egg yolk until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape Croissants:
- Take small portions (about 1 tablespoon each) of dough and roll into small logs about 6 cm long. Gently bend each log into a crescent (croissant) shape and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Dust:
- Allow cookies to cool slightly, then dust generously with powdered sugar mixed with cinnamon, if desired.
Save Making these croissants together is a cherished tradition that brings the whole family closer every holiday season.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or hand whisk, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Sieve for dusting sugar
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs, Milk (butter), Tree nuts (almonds), Gluten (flour). Check all packaged ingredients for traces of other allergens if sensitive.
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 1.5 g
Save Enjoy these festive cookie croissants fresh or store them in an airtight container to savor their flavor all week.
Cooking Questions
- → What ingredients create the buttery texture?
Unsalted butter combined with sugar and egg yolk produces a rich, tender crumb in these croissants.
- → Can ground hazelnuts be used instead of almonds?
Yes, substituting ground hazelnuts for almonds offers a slightly different nutty flavor while maintaining texture.
- → How should I shape the dough?
Roll dough portions into small logs roughly 6 cm long, then gently bend each into a crescent shape before baking.
- → Is cinnamon essential in the topping?
No, cinnamon is optional and can be mixed with powdered sugar for a warm, spicy finish or omitted for a pure sweet dusting.
- → How long do these treats stay fresh?
When stored in an airtight container, they remain fresh for up to one week.