Description
These Almond Croissant Blondies are soft, chewy bars with a golden brown sugar base, sweet almond frangipane filling, and crunchy sliced almonds—just like a bakery croissant in every bite!
Ingredients
Blondie Base:
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted (226g)
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1½ cups light brown sugar, packed (300g)
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2 large eggs (120g)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp almond extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
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1 tsp baking powder (5g)
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½ tsp salt (2.5g)
Frangipane Filling:
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
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½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
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1 large egg (60g)
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1 cup almond flour (96g)
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½ tsp almond extract
Topping:
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¼ cup sliced almonds (30g)
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2 tbsp powdered sugar (15g)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 pan with parchment.
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Mix melted butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, extracts, then dry ingredients.
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Make frangipane: beat butter and sugar, add egg, almond flour, and extract.
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Spread ⅔ blondie batter in pan. Layer frangipane. Dot with remaining batter.
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Sprinkle with sliced almonds.
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Bake 30–35 mins. Cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar and slice.
Notes
Use high-quality almond extract for best flavor. Chill before slicing. Freezes well.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired