Cookie Croissants: The Ultimate Decadent Treat
Indulge in the delightful fusion of buttery croissants and gooey chocolate chip cookie dough with these Cookie Croissants. Inspired by the viral “le crookie” trend from Paris, this dessert combines the best of both worlds, offering a crispy exterior and a soft, sweet center. Perfect for a special treat or brunch!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the croissants:
- 4 large croissants (e.g., Tesco’s Finest)
- For the cookie dough:
- 110g unsalted butter, softened
- 110g caster sugar
- 60g light brown soft sugar
- 1 medium egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 230g plain flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 250g milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan)/400°F/Gas Mark 6 and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter, caster sugar, and light brown soft sugar for about 3–5 minutes until fluffy and pale in color.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Sift in the plain flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the milk chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Carefully slice the croissants in half, leaving a bit attached at the back.
- Flatten a portion of the cookie dough and place it inside the sliced croissant.
- Flatten two smaller pieces of cookie dough and place them on top of the croissant, one on each side.
- Place the filled croissants onto the prepared baking tray.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cookie dough is golden and the croissant is crispy.
- Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a quicker option, store-bought cookie dough can be used.
- Ensure all ingredients, especially butter and eggs, are at room temperature before starting.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free baking spread and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free croissants and a suitable flour blend.
