Can I substitute ground almonds with another nut?

Yes, ground hazelnuts make a great alternative, offering a slightly different but complementary flavor and texture.

What is the best way to shape the dough logs into croissants?

Roll small dough portions into 6 cm logs, then gently bend each into a crescent shape before placing on the baking sheet.

While optional, the cinnamon sugar adds a warm, aromatic touch that enhances the buttery and vanilla flavors.

Bake them for 12 to 15 minutes until edges turn lightly golden for a perfect flaky texture.

Yes, after baking and cooling, they can be frozen in an airtight container and thawed before serving.

Delicate, buttery croissant-shaped cookies with a hint of vanilla and almond, perfect for the holiday season.

I first baked these cookie croissants during holiday season and they were an instant family favorite.

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)

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.
Add 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.
Add topping:: Allow cookies to cool slightly then dust generously with powdered sugar mixed with cinnamon if desired.

This recipe always brings back warm memories of baking with my family every holiday.

Mixing bowls, electric mixer or hand whisk, baking sheet, parchment paper, sieve for dusting sugar

Contains eggs, milk (butter), tree nuts (almonds), gluten (flour). Check all packaged ingredients for traces of other allergens if sensitive.

Per cookie: Calories 110, total fat 7 g, carbohydrates 10 g, protein 1.5 g.

Enjoy your buttery, festive cookie croissants fresh from the oven with your loved ones.

→ Can I substitute ground almonds with another nut?: Yes, ground hazelnuts make a great alternative, offering a slightly different but complementary flavor and texture.
→ What is the best way to shape the dough logs into croissants?: Roll small dough portions into 6 cm logs, then gently bend each into a crescent shape before placing on the baking sheet.
→ Is it necessary to dust with cinnamon sugar?: While optional, the cinnamon sugar adds a warm, aromatic touch that enhances the buttery and vanilla flavors.
→ How long should the croissants be baked?: Bake them for 12 to 15 minutes until edges turn lightly golden for a perfect flaky texture.
→ Can these croissants be frozen for later use?: Yes, after baking and cooling, they can be frozen in an airtight container and thawed before serving.