Mint Chocolate Almond Croissants
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These Mint Chocolate Almond Croissants are my go to treat when I want something fancy but don't have all day. The whole thing comes together in under an hour, and honestly, the hardest part is just waiting for them to bake. I love that almonds pack so much protein and healthy fats, making these feel a bit more wholesome than your average pastry. The mint extract gives such a fresh zing against the rich chocolate, and there's something so satisfying about that buttery, flaky croissant texture. Trust me, your kitchen will smell absolutely amazing while these are in the oven, and your friends will think you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 500all-purpose flour
- 200 gsugar
- 250 gunsalted butter, softened
- 150 mlmilk
- 20 gmilk powder
- 10 gactive dry yeast
- 5 gmint extract
- 150 gchocolate chips
- 100 galmonds
- 1egg yolk
- 2egg white
- 5 gsalt
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Instructions
- 1
Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
Tip: Whisk to mix evenly.
- 2
Add softened butter and use a pastry blender or fingertips to work into flour mixture until resembles coarse crumbs.
Tip: Keep hands cold for better results.
- 3
Gradually pour in milk and mix until dough forms.
Tip: Do not overmix.
- 4
Rest dough for 10 minutes.
Tip: Let it relax, like a sleepy cat.
- 5
Roll out dough to a large rectangle, about 1/2 cm thick.
Tip: Use a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.
- 6
Spread chocolate chips and almonds over the center of the dough.
Tip: Leave a 1-inch border around edges.
- 7
Fold the dough over the filling, like a letter.
Tip: Press edges to seal.
- 8
Cut the croissant into triangles, then roll each into a curl.
Tip: Don't worry if they're not perfect – it's all about the charm.
- 9
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
Tip: Let the dough rest for another 5 minutes to help it rise.
- 10
Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Tip: For an extra golden brown color.
- 11
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time.
- 12
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: Let the magic happen – the filling will melt in your mouth.
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