This keto croissant-style bake is soft, buttery, and layered with almond filling and cinnamon custard. Inspired by french toast casserole overnight, it’s a lazy yet cozy way to enjoy Keto Croissant Recipes without the stress of rolling dough. Great for breakfast, dessert, or even dinner—low carb and satisfying with every bite.
Croissant Dough Base:
2 cups almond flour
4 large eggs
1 tsp baking powder
3 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp powdered erythritol or monk fruit
Keto Almond Filling:
1/2 cup almond flour
2 tbsp butter (softened)
1 egg white
1 tbsp sweetener
1/4 tsp almond extract
Custard Mix:
3 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp sweetener
Pinch of cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
Sliced almonds
Extra cinnamon
Sugar-free syrup or powdered keto sweetener
Make almond filling: Mix almond flour, softened butter, egg white, almond extract, and sweetener until smooth. Set aside.
Make croissant dough: Combine almond flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, sweetener. Add eggs and melted butter. Mix into a soft dough.
Assemble: Press half the dough into an 8×8″ baking dish. Spread almond filling over it. Press remaining dough on top.
Mix custard: Whisk eggs, cream, almond milk, vanilla, sweetener, and cinnamon. Pour over dough layers.
Refrigerate overnight: Cover and chill for at least 6 hours.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 40–45 mins, until top is golden.
Cool and serve: Let rest 10 mins before slicing. Add toppings if you like.
Use blanched almond flour for a finer texture.
Let it sit overnight to get that soft, custardy center.
Freeze leftovers in slices for easy reheating.
Works as a dessert or brunch recipe.
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-croissant-style-bake/