Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Croissant

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast luxury with these Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Croissants, a decadent twist on the classic French pastry. Perfectly flaky layers are achieved with a gluten-free dough enriched with xanthan gum, while a luscious filling of dark chocolate, almond meal, and fragrant almond extract takes these croissants to new heights. The recipe uses a traditional folding technique to incorporate cold butter, ensuring a tender, buttery texture that rivals the original. These golden-brown delights are finished with a glossy egg wash, making them as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for special occasions or weekend brunches, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a gluten-free treat that doesn't compromise on flavor or elegance!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Xanthan gum
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm milk (gluten-free)
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Almond meal (ground almonds)
• 1 cup Dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 1 large Egg yolk (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm milk to the dry ingredients while stirring to form a dough. Once combined, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 1 hour.

Step 3

While the dough is resting, prepare the butter layer. Place the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a 5x8 inch rectangle. Refrigerate until needed.

Step 4

After the dough has rested, dust a work surface with gluten-free flour and roll out the dough into a 16x10 inch rectangle.

Step 5

Place the chilled butter in the center of the dough and fold the dough over the butter to enclose it, pinching the edges to seal.

Step 6

Roll the dough out gently into a 16x10 inch rectangle. Fold it into thirds like a letter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times, chilling for 30 minutes between each.

Step 7

After the final resting, roll out the dough into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 12 triangles.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine almond meal, chopped dark chocolate, and almond extract.

Step 9

Place a spoonful of the almond-chocolate mixture at the base of each triangle and roll towards the tip, forming a croissant shape. Secure the tip underneath to prevent unrolling.

Step 10

Place croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let rise in a warm area for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 12

Make an egg wash by beating the egg yolk with water. Brush the tops of the croissants with the egg wash.

Step 13

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 14

Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1373.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5113.3

Total Fat 322.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 177.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1097.7mg	0%
Sodium 2794.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 510.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 89.8g
Protein 62.4g	0%

Vitamin D 366.7IU	0%
Calcium 832.1mg	0%
Iron 35.6mg	0%
Potassium 2471.4mg	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: 55.8%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 39.4%