Gluten-Free Apple Croissant

Indulge in the heavenly combination of buttery flakiness and warm spiced apples with these Gluten-Free Apple Croissants. Perfectly golden and irresistibly flaky, these croissants are crafted using gluten-free all-purpose flour and a touch of xanthan gum for that classic light and airy texture. Each crescent is filled with tender caramelized apples infused with cinnamon and brown sugar, offering a cozy, autumn-inspired flavor in every bite. The homemade dough is surprisingly simple to prepare, chilled to perfection for easy handling, and baked to warm, golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re gluten-intolerant or simply looking to try something new, this recipe delivers a bakery-quality treat right from your own kitchen. Serve them warm for breakfast, brunch, or as a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 250 grams Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 150 ml Ice-cold water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and diced small)
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (or plant-based milk)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers, rub the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with some larger pieces.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the ice-cold water with the lemon juice. Gradually add this to the flour and butter mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough starts to come together.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a few minutes until smooth. Shape it into a rectangle, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, prepare the apple filling. Combine diced apples, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the apples are tender but not mushy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 6

After chilling, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 7

Cut the dough into triangles by slicing long strips and then cutting those strips diagonally.

Step 8

Place a small spoonful of the apple filling at the wider end of each triangle, then roll up the triangle starting from the wide end. Tuck the pointed end under the croissant and curve the ends slightly to form a crescent shape.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 10

Place the prepared croissants onto the baking sheet, keeping some space between each.

Step 11

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the croissants lightly with the egg wash.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the croissants are golden brown and flaky.

Step 13

Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your gluten-free apple croissants warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1158.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3969.1

Total Fat 214.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 734.3mg	0%
Sodium 2524.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 510.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 62.7g
Protein 22.0g	0%

Vitamin D 56.6IU	0%
Calcium 243.5mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 367.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 50.3%