Classic French Croissant with Almond Filling

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1 In a large bowl, combine sifted flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. 2 Incorporate the yeast mixture into the flour mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Form into a ball, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour.
3. 3 On a floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle. Place slices of cold butter over two-thirds of the dough. Fold the unbuttered third over the center, then fold the remaining third on top, enclosing the butter.
4. 4 Roll the dough into a rectangle again. Fold into thirds. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes. Repeat rolling and folding twice more, chilling in between.
5. 5 While the dough chills, prepare the almond filling by mixing almond meal, sugar, softened butter, egg, and almond extract until smooth.
6. 6 Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough to a large rectangle and cut into triangles.
7. 7 Place a tablespoon of almond filling at the base of each triangle. Roll up from the base to the tip, forming a crescent shape.
8. 8 Place croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with beaten egg. Let them rise for 30 minutes.
9. 9 Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.