Description
A delightful treat combining flaky croissants with sweet cookie dough.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 7 ounces ready-to-bake cookie dough, chocolate chip or preferred flavor
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 4 tablespoons caramel sauce
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial as it prepares your oven for baking, ensuring that your croissants turn golden brown and cook through perfectly.
- Next, take each mini croissant and slice it horizontally, being careful to leave one edge attached. This creates a hinge that will hold your cookie dough. This method gives each croissant a full pocket, making it easier to stuff with your delicious filling.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, take a ball of cookie dough—about one tablespoon in size—and gently insert it into the opening of each croissant. This is where the magic begins! The heat will melt the cookie dough, creating a gooey delicious center.
- Now, take your chopped pecans and sprinkle them generously over the exposed cookie dough in each croissant. This adds an extra crunch and enhances the flavor of your bites, balancing the sweetness of the dough with the nuttiness of the pecans.
- Carefully place your stuffed croissants onto the prepared baking sheet, giving them a little space in between to allow for expansion during baking. Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10–12 minutes. You’ll know they’re ready when the croissants are golden brown, and the cookie dough has set and is no longer shiny.
- Once they’ve finished baking, remove the croissants from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes. This brief cooling period helps set the cookie dough further and allows for safe handling. After they’ve cooled slightly, drizzle each croissant bite with caramel sauce before serving. This final touch brings all the flavors together beautifully!
Notes
Monitor the baking closely, as ovens can vary in temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 180 per serving
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 3 g