Description
Indulge in the delightful Cookie Croissant: a perfect blend of flaky croissant pastry and rich cookie dough. This unique bakery-style dessert is easy to make at home and is sure to impress at any gathering. With buttery layers encasing a gooey chocolate chip filling, these croissants are versatile enough to be enjoyed for breakfast or dessert. Customize them with your favorite fillings, from sugar cookie dough to crushed cookies, ensuring every bite is a treat. Whether paired with fresh fruit or drizzled with chocolate sauce, these Cookie Croissants will become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
- 6 large butter croissants
- 1 cup chocolate chip cookie dough
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream for brushing
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Carefully cut a slit along the side of each croissant without cutting all the way through.
- Fill the pocket created by the slit with a golf ball-sized portion of chilled cookie dough.
- Place filled croissants on a parchment-lined baking tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake until golden brown and crispy on top, about 15-20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Baked Goods
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (130g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider browning the butter before mixing it into your cookie dough. Experiment with different fillings like crushed chocolate cookies or even sugar cookie dough for varied tastes.