What to Pair with Almond Croissant Cookie Bars?

These bars already deliver that classic French bakery richness, so pairing them thoughtfully elevates the experience. For morning coffee, go bold with espresso or smooth with oat milk lattes. Need a brunch companion? A chilled fruit salad or my upcoming strawberry shortcake dump cake cuts the sweet with brightness. For dessert boards, balance out the texture with dark chocolate, pistachios, or dried cherries. They also work great as a holiday treat served with spiced tea or a vegan eggnog during winter.

Are Almond Croissants Halal or Vegan-Friendly?

Traditional almond croissants typically include butter and sometimes eggs, so they’re not vegan and may not meet halal dietary guidelines unless certified. These vegan almond croissant cookie bars , however, are completely plant-based and free from animal byproducts. That means they are generally halal-friendly, assuming your ingredients meet halal standards. Always double-check your sources, especially for alcohol-derived extracts.

What Is the Paste Inside Almond Croissants?

The creamy filling inside almond croissants is called frangipane. It’s a sweet almond-based paste traditionally made with butter, sugar, eggs, and ground almonds. In this vegan version, we replicate that with melted vegan butter, almond flour, sugar, and dairy-free milk. It stays creamy when baked and melts into the cookie base just enough to mimic that indulgent croissant center without the pastry layers or animal products.

Are Almond Croissants Healthy?

Let’s keep it honest. Almond croissants are indulgent. And that’s okay. These vegan almond croissant cookie bars are no exception, but they do skip the processed pastry dough and heavy dairy. Almond flour adds healthy fats and a bit of protein, and using dairy-free butter lowers saturated fat. Want to make them lighter? Cut the sugar slightly or serve smaller portions. The goal isn’t to make them a health food. It’s to make them worth every bite.

Almond Croissant Cookie Bars – 5-Star Bakery Flavor Made Easy %

Description

These almond croissant cookie bars combine a tender almond cookie base, creamy frangipane filling, and toasted sliced almonds for the ultimate bakery-style dessert—made easy at home.

Ingredients

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Frangipane layer

¾ cup almond flour

⅓ cup granulated sugar

1 ½ tbsp melted vegan butter

2 ½ tbsp dairy-free milk

½ tsp almond extract

Cookie base

½ cup melted vegan butter

¾ cup sugar (or brown sugar)

2 tbsp dairy-free milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ tsp almond extract

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

1 ¼ cups almond flour

½ tsp baking powder

Topping

¾ cup sliced almonds

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.

2. Mix melted vegan butter, sugar, milk, vanilla, and almond extract in a bowl.

3. Stir in all-purpose flour, almond flour, and baking powder until dough forms.

4. Press base mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan.

5. In another bowl, mix frangipane ingredients until smooth.

6. Spread frangipane over the cookie base evenly.

7. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.

8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until almonds are golden and edges are set.

9. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

For added flavor, brush baked bars with warm apricot jam or drizzle melted chocolate.

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer shelf life.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 220
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg