Save Delicate, buttery croissant-shaped cookies with a hint of vanilla and almond, perfect for the holiday season.
These cookies bring warm memories of festive baking with family and friends every year.
Ingredients
- Dough: 200 g unsalted butter, softened, 100 g granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 large egg yolk, 250 g all-purpose flour, 100 g ground almonds, 1/4 tsp salt
- Topping: 50 g powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3:
- Mix in the vanilla extract and egg yolk until well combined.
- Step 4:
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 5:
- Take small portions (about 1 tablespoon each) of dough and roll into small logs about 6 cm long. Gently bend each log into a crescent (croissant) shape and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 12 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Step 7:
- Allow cookies to cool slightly, then dust generously with powdered sugar mixed with cinnamon, if desired.
Save Our family loves gathering around to bake these every Christmas and sharing stories as they bake.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or hand whisk, baking sheet, parchment paper, sieve for dusting sugar
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, milk (butter), tree nuts (almonds), gluten (flour). Check all packaged ingredients for traces of other allergens if sensitive.
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 1.5 g
Save Enjoy these festive treats fresh from the oven for the best flavor and texture.
Recipe Guide
- → What gives these croissants their buttery flavor?
Unsalted butter is creamed with sugar, imparting a rich, creamy taste essential to the dough's delicate texture.
- → Can ground almonds be substituted with other nuts?
Yes, ground hazelnuts can be used as a substitute, offering a slightly different but complementary nutty flavor.
- → Is cinnamon essential for the topping?
No, cinnamon is optional; it adds a warm, spicy note when mixed with powdered sugar for dusting.
- → How should shaped croissants be baked?
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes until edges turn lightly golden, ensuring a tender and flaky texture.
- → Can these be made ahead and stored?
Yes, store in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.