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Fluffy Almond Croissant Buns with a Special Twist
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Fluffy Almond Croissant Buns with a Special Twist

Buttery, layered buns with almond and citrus zest, featuring a lamination technique for a cloud-like texture. Perfectly balanced with a bright, sweet finish.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French-Inspired
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ⅔ cup almond flour
  • 1 tbsp citrus zest (lemon or orange)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • ½ cup fresh almonds, crushed
  • 1 large egg, for egg wash
  • ½ tsp baking powder

Method
 

  1. Warm milk to 110–115°F, dissolve yeast and sugar, let sit until frothy
  2. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl
  3. Mix in yeast mixture until shaggy dough forms
  4. Knead dough on floured surface 7–9 minutes until smooth and elastic
  5. Cover and proof in greased bowl 30 min
  6. Roll dough into 12x12 inch rectangle
  7. Fold like a letter, roll tightly, chill butter until firm
  8. Laminate by folding butter into dough 2–3 times
  9. Rest 15 min, reshape into buns, proof 20 min
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), bake 15–18 min until golden
  11. Whisk egg and brush on buns before final proof
  12. Finish with crushed almonds and citrus zest

Notes

Substitute whole milk with almond milk for dairy-free
Replace honey with agave nectar for vegan
Chill laminated dough periodically to prevent gluten overdevelopment
Best served fresh, store in airtight container up to 2 days