Description
These Vegan Almond Croissant Cookie Bars capture the delicious, flaky essence of classic almond croissants in an easy-to-make, vegan-friendly bar form. Featuring a tender almond-infused dough topped with sliced almonds and a sweet almond glaze, these bars are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract into the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
- Press Dough into Pan: Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press it evenly into place using a spatula or your hands, smoothing the surface.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle sliced almonds over the top of the dough to add a crunchy texture and enhance the almond flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bars turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze: While baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, almond milk, and almond extract in a small bowl until smooth to create the glaze.
- Cool and Glaze: Once baked, allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then drizzle the almond glaze evenly over the top.
- Final Cooling and Serve: Let the bars cool completely before slicing into 12 servings to ensure clean cuts and the glaze sets properly. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and to avoid sticking.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any other non-dairy milk for variety.
- The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by adding more almond milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- For extra flavor, toast the sliced almonds lightly before sprinkling on top.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
