Almond Frangipane “Almond Croissant” Cinnamon Roll (1.5‑Quart Dish)

Ingredients

Dough

• 1 cups warm milk (about 110°f)
• 1.5 tsp instant dry yeast
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 3.5 cups all‑purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for brushing)

Frangipane Filling

• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cups almond flour
• 1.5 tbsp all‑purpose flour
• 2 large egg
• 0.75 tsp almond extract
• 3 tbsp raisins (optional)

Glaze

• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Combine warm milk, instant dry yeast, and granulated sugar in a bowl; let sit 1‑2 minutes (optional) until slightly bubbly.
2. Whisk the egg, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture.
3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 6‑8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 45 minutes.
6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a 12‑inch rectangle about ½‑inch thick.
7. Spread softened butter over the dough surface.
8. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar for the frangipane, then stir in almond flour, all‑purpose flour, eggs, and almond extract until smooth.
9. Spread the almond frangipane evenly over the buttered dough; sprinkle raisins over the filling if using.
10. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 8 equal pieces.
11. Arrange the rolls in a greased 1.5‑quart baking dish, cover, and let rise another 30 minutes.
12. Bake in a pre‑heated 350°F oven for 18‑20 minutes, until golden brown.
13. While the rolls bake, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make a smooth glaze; drizzle over warm rolls before serving, then sprinkle sliced almonds on top.

Notes

The almond frangipane adds a buttery, nutty richness reminiscent of almond croissants. For a lighter glaze, add an extra tablespoon of milk.