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Gooey Almond Croissant Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Gooey Almond Croissant Cinnamon Rolls are a decadent treat combining the flaky, buttery texture of croissants with the sweet, spiced filling of classic cinnamon rolls, enhanced by a rich almond filling and topped with a silky almond-flavored glaze and crunchy sliced almonds.

Ingredients

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Dough & Tangzhong

  • 1/4 cup bread flour
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3 2/3 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Butter for Dough

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)

Filling

  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup finely ground blanched almond meal
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons pure almond extract
  • Pinch of fine sea salt

Frosting

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract

Topping

  • Sliced almonds (for the tops)

Instructions

  1. Make Tangzhong: In a small saucepan, whisk together the water and bread flour over medium heat, stirring constantly for 4-5 minutes until it forms a thick paste. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 2/3 cups bread flour, light brown sugar, instant yeast, and sea salt. Add the cream, milk, egg, vanilla bean paste, and the cooled tangzhong. Knead on low speed with a dough hook for 2 minutes until a rough dough forms.
  3. Incorporate Butter: With the mixer running, add the 6 tablespoons softened butter one tablespoon at a time, letting each fully incorporate. Knead an additional 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. First Proof: Remove the dough, shape into a smooth ball by folding sides underneath, place seam-side down in the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Make Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, almond meal, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, egg, cinnamon, almond extract, and salt until smooth and well blended.
  6. Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the rested dough into a 15×21 inch rectangle, with the long side toward you. Spread the almond filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border at the top edge.
  7. Form Rolls: Using a pizza cutter, slice the dough into twelve 1 3/4-inch strips. Roll each strip away from you tightly to form rolls, placing them seam side down into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking pan.
  8. Second Proof: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and allow rolls to rise for 1-2 hours, or until they double in size. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325°F (162°C).
  9. Bake Rolls: Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden and the center rolls reach an internal temperature of 185°F.
  10. Make Frosting & Finish: While cooling slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, heavy cream, whole milk, and almond extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls, sprinkle sliced almonds on top, and serve.

Notes

  • Use bread flour to achieve a chewier, structure-rich dough suitable for cinnamon rolls.
  • Tangzhong is a roux of flour and water cooked to form a paste, which helps retain moisture and keeps the rolls soft.
  • For accurate measuring, spoon bread flour into measuring cups and level off; do not scoop directly to avoid excess flour.
  • Room temperature ingredients help dough to develop better gluten and rise properly.
  • Sliced almonds add a nice crunch and visual appeal when sprinkled on top.
  • Ensure the internal temperature reaches 185°F to confirm the rolls are fully baked inside.

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