Paleo Nuss Nougat Croissant

Elevate your morning routine with these mouthwatering Paleo Nuss Nougat Croissants, a grain-free and refined sugar-free twist on a classic European pastry. Made with a blend of almond flour and tapioca starch for a soft, flaky texture, these croissants are filled with a luscious homemade hazelnut-chocolate nougat that’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Each croissant is rolled to perfection and baked until golden, offering a delightful balance of nutty richness and chocolatey indulgence—all while staying true to Paleo-friendly ingredients. Perfect for a weekend brunch, a cozy snack, or a guilt-free treat, these croissants are a must-try for anyone craving something delicious without compromising their dietary goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 1 cup Tapioca starch
• 0.5 cup Coconut oil (solidified)
• 0.25 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Hazelnut butter
• 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup

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 almond flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut the solidified coconut oil into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut milk, honey, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up slightly.

Step 6

While the dough is chilling, make the nougat filling by mixing hazelnut butter, cocoa powder, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.

Step 7

Lightly flour a clean surface with tapioca starch. Roll the dough into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Cut the dough into 8 triangular wedges, similar to slicing a pizza.

Step 9

Place a spoonful of the nougat filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll towards the point, forming a crescent shape.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 12

Allow the croissants to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(883.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4119.4

Total Fat 288.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 1167.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 84.7g
Protein 64.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 649.0mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1049.3mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 33.5%