Almond Croissant Sourdough Rolls (Printer-Friendly)

Flaky sourdough rolls layered with luscious almond cream and topped with sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

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

→ Almond Cream

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 12 by 16 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-out dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
05 - Starting from the long edge, roll the dough up 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 as needed to maintain uniform appearance.
07 - Brush the tops of each roll with milk and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
08 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
09 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Uses store-bought sourdough dough for maximum convenience without sacrificing flavor
  • Rich almond frangipane filling creates an authentic French pastry experience
  • Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for impressing brunch guests or enjoying a bakery-quality treat at home
  • Vegetarian-friendly and endlessly customizable with your favorite jam additions
02 -
  • Let the dough come to room temperature for 15-20 minutes before rolling for easier handling
  • Don't overfill with almond cream or it may leak during baking—a thin, even layer is perfect
  • Brush with milk just before baking for a beautiful golden sheen
  • Cool for at least 10 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking
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