If it’s not completely obvious by now, we’re on a major matcha kick over here. From lattes, to frozen yogurt, to scones, we’re putting the coveted green stuff in everything. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before I stuffed some into the almost-weekly batch of almond croissants that comes out of our oven. Almond Matcha Croissants are a green tea flavored version of the classic almond croissant worthy of being in a bakery window.
Inspired by the matcha croissants we sampled from a local high-end 🧐 bakery that specializes in [very impressive, technical, awe-inspiring] croissants, I decided this is a flavor I should replicate. Having reasonably enjoyed the fancy 🎩 patisserie version, I opted to merely adapt my own Almond Croissant filling with a dose of matcha powder and complimentary cinnamon. The matcha is just enough to taste its pleasant earthiness without becoming bitter and the cinnamon imparts a hint of spice and sweetness that plays well with the green tea. These new flavor elements are carried beautifully by the rich almond paste and the flakey croissant for a treat that tastes as good as a $9 bakery-bought item.
