Almond conchas are a delicious Mexican sweet bread that are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This recipe adds a twist with the addition of almond flour, giving the conchas a rich and nutty flavor. With a crunchy sugar topping, these almond conchas are sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- For the topping:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 tsp almond extract
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, butter, milk, egg, almond extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, butter, and almond extract for the topping until crumbly.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into balls. Flatten each ball slightly.
- Place the flattened dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the topping over the dough, pressing it gently to adhere.
- Let the almond conchas rise for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Bake the almond conchas for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the almond conchas to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Almond conchas are a popular Mexican pastry with a unique shell-like appearance on top.
The addition of almond flour in this recipe gives the conchas a rich and nutty flavor.
Conchas are traditionally enjoyed with a cup of hot coffee or hot chocolate.