Ah, the croissant… that flaky, buttery pastry of goodness. One bite alone has the power to transport you to the bustling streets of Paris where you’ll be saying “oui” to every extra croissant that comes your way. It’s time we celebrate croissants for all the good they do for us. It’s World Croissant Day on January 30th, and we’ve got the perfect recipes for you to experience croissants like you’ve never before.
Recipe #1: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Croissants
Ingredients (Makes 8) :
1 sheet (227-340g) pre-made croissant dough
175g chocolate chips
120g unsalted butter, softened
100g brown sugar
50g granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
In a bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Unroll the croissant dough on a flat surface and separate into triangles.
Spread a generous spoonful of the cookie dough mixture onto each triangle, then sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
Roll up each triangle, starting from the wide end, and place the rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and delicious.
Let them cool for a few minutes before indulging in the gooey goodness.
Recipe #2: Pesto and Parmesan Croissants
Ingredients (Makes 8) :
1 sheet (227-340g) pre-made croissant dough
125g pesto sauce
50g grated parmesan cheese
30g pine nuts
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
Unroll the croissant dough on a flat surface and separate into triangles.
Spread a layer of pesto sauce onto each triangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and pine nuts over the pesto-covered triangles.
Roll up each triangle, starting from the wide end, and place the rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the croissants are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Allow them to cool slightly before devouring these savoury bites of perfection.
Whether you're a sweet tooth or a savoury snack enthusiast, these croissant recipes are sure to make your World Croissant Day a celebration to remember. So, put on your apron, preheat that oven, and get ready to treat yourself to the magic of homemade croissants. In need of bowls, baking trays and more? Check out our kitchen and dining department.
May your World Croissant Day be filled with joy and deliciousness!