Low Fat Croissant aux Amandes
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of traditional French pastries without the guilt with this delightful **Low Fat Croissant aux Amandes** recipe. Crafted with **reduced-fat puff pastry** and a luscious filling of almond meal, egg whites, and a hint of almond extract, these croissants offer all the decadence of their classic counterparts while being a lighter option. Topped with crunchy **sliced almonds** and a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, each bite is a perfect blend of flaky pastry and nutty sweetness. Ready in under an hour, these golden, homemade almond croissants make an excellent breakfast treat or a sophisticated addition to your **brunch table**. Impress your guests or simply treat yourself to a freshly baked, **low-fat pastry** that’s bursting with flavor and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Reduced-fat puff pastry
- 100 grams Almond meal
- 50 grams Reduced-fat margarine
- 60 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 Egg whites
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 40 grams Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine the almond meal, reduced-fat margarine, granulated sugar, egg whites, almond extract, and all-purpose flour. Mix well until you achieve a smooth paste.
Unfold the reduced-fat puff pastry and roll it out slightly on a floured surface to smooth the edges. Cut the pastry into 8 triangles.
Spread a generous tablespoon of the almond filling onto each triangle, leaving a small border at the edges.
Starting from the wider end, roll each triangle into a crescent shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the croissants lightly with water and sprinkle sliced almonds evenly on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the croissants to cool for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.2 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.2 g | 171% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2361 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.7 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1395 mg | 30% | |
*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.
