Almond Croissant-Style Rolls (Print View)

Flaky sourdough rolls with smooth almond filling and a golden almond topping, perfect for breakfast.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 1 lb store-bought or homemade sourdough pizza dough
02 - All-purpose flour for dusting

→ Almond Cream Filling

03 - 1/2 cup almond flour
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Assembly and Topping

10 - 1/2 cup sliced almonds
11 - 2 tablespoons milk
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll the sourdough dough into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
03 - In a medium bowl, cream together almond flour, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
04 - Spread the almond cream evenly over the rolled dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around all edges.
05 - Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut into 8 equal pieces.
06 - Place the rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Gently reshape if necessary to maintain uniform size.
07 - Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle generously with sliced almonds.
08 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and visibly puffed.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar immediately before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and approachable—ready in under an hour with minimal effort
  • Uses store-bought sourdough dough for convenience without sacrificing flavor
  • Rich almond cream filling tastes like authentic French frangipane
  • Perfect balance of tangy sourdough and sweet almond notes
  • Impressive presentation that looks like it came from a professional bakery
02 -
  • Let the rolls cool for at least 5 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month
  • Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore the crispy exterior
  • Double the almond cream recipe and freeze half for quick future batches
  • Use high-quality almond extract for the most authentic, aromatic flavor
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