Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Croissant French Toast with Almonds, a gourmet breakfast that combines the flaky texture of buttery croissants with a rich, nutty almond custard. Topped with crunchy sliced almonds, this dish offers an exquisite blend of soft and crispy textures that will delight your palate. Perfect for brunch gatherings or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and can be served warm with maple syrup, fresh fruits, or a light dusting of powdered sugar. This decadent treat is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large stale croissants
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups almond meal
- 2 large eggs (for filling)
- 3 large eggs (for custard)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter, granulated sugar, almond meal, and 2 eggs until well blended to create the almond filling.
- Slice the croissants in half and spread the almond filling generously on each side.
- Arrange filled croissants in a buttered baking dish and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, remaining eggs, sugar, and salt for the custard mixture.
- Pour the custard over the croissants ensuring they are fully soaked.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 170mg