Low Carb Almond Croissant

Indulge in the flaky, buttery goodness of a classic French pastry with a guilt-free twist in this Low Carb Almond Croissant recipe! Made with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour, these keto-friendly croissants are wonderfully light and gluten-free, featuring a hint of sweetness from a low-carb sweetener and fragrant almond extract. The dough is enriched with cream cheese and unsalted butter for a tender crumb, while a sprinkle of crunchy blanched almond slices adds a delightful finishing touch. Perfect for an indulgent breakfast, snack, or dessert, these croissants bake to golden perfection in just 20 minutes and pair beautifully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or simply craving a healthier version of a classic treat, this recipe promises all the flavor and satisfaction without the carbs!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond flour
• 0.5 cup coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup sweetener
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
• 0.5 cup blanched almond slices
• 1 egg wash (1 egg, beaten)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, and baking powder. Whisk together to blend smoothly.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, melt the butter and cream cheese in the microwave or on a stovetop until mixtures are smooth. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 4

Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract into the butter and cream cheese mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms. Sprinkle in the xanthan gum and sweetener, mixing well until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper. Place another piece of parchment on top and roll out the dough into a rectangular shape about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7

Cut the dough into 8 triangles, and roll each triangle from the wider end toward the tip to form a croissant shape.

Step 8

Place the croissants onto the prepared baking sheet, brush each with the egg wash, and sprinkle with blanched almond slices.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Let the croissants cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(731.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2932.0

Total Fat 258.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 858.5mg	0%
Sodium 2006.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 90.9g	0%

Vitamin D 122IU	0%
Calcium 788.8mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 1167.7mg	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: 70.0%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 19.0%