Almond Croissant-Style Rolls (Print Version)

Golden sourdough rolls filled with smooth 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 whole milk
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

# How to Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses store-bought or homemade sourdough dough for a convenient shortcut
  • Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish
  • Combines the sophisticated flavors of almond croissants with the approachable format of sweet rolls
  • Perfect for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen
  • Customizable with add-ins like raspberry jam or extra butter for added richness
02 -
  • Use a serrated knife or dental floss to cut the rolled dough cleanly without squashing the spirals
  • Don't skip the milk brush—it helps create a beautiful golden-brown finish
  • Let the rolls cool for at least 5 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting
  • For extra flakiness, brush the dough with melted butter before adding the almond cream
  • Make the almond cream ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days for even easier assembly
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