Low Fat Almond Croissant

Indulge in the elegance of a bakery favorite with this Low Fat Almond Croissant recipe, a guilt-free twist on the classic treat! Made with delicate phyllo dough instead of traditional buttery pastry, these croissants are crisp, flaky, and packed with a luscious almond filling crafted from almond flour, unsweetened almond milk, and a hint of vanilla and almond extracts. Sweetened with a touch of granulated sugar and a sugar substitute, they strike the perfect balance of flavor without unnecessary calories. Finished with a sprinkle of sliced almonds for a satisfying crunch, these golden-brown pastries bake to perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal for a light breakfast or an elegant dessert, this low-fat version brings all the decadence of an almond croissant with a wholesome twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 10 sheets Phyllo dough
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar substitute (e.g., Stevia)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 2 Egg whites
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, granulated sugar, sugar substitute, almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix thoroughly to create the almond paste.

Step 4

Take one sheet of phyllo dough, lightly mist it with cooking spray, and layer another sheet on top. Repeat until all sheets are stacked.

Step 5

Cut the phyllo stack into 5-inch by 5-inch squares (approx. 12-15 squares depending on the size of dough).

Step 6

Place a tablespoon of almond paste onto each square.

Step 7

Fold each square into a triangle over the filling, lightly sealing the edges by pressing them together.

Step 8

Place the filled triangles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush the tops with lightly beaten egg whites.

Step 10

Sprinkle each croissant with sliced almonds.

Step 11

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low-fat almond croissants warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(501.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1207.5

Total Fat 49.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1326.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 39.2g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 421.1mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 562.8mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 50.1%