Strawberry Cream Filled Croissants
350kcal
Ingredients
For the Croissants
- 4 large croissants Choose buttery, flaky croissants for the best texture and flavor.
For the Strawberry Filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries Make sure they're ripe for maximum sweetness!
- 1 tablespoon sugar This helps draw out the juices from the strawberries.
For the Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream Use cold heavy cream for easier whipping.
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar This adds sweetness and helps stabilize the whipped cream.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A splash of vanilla brings warmth to the flavor.
- 8 oz cream cheese Make sure it’s softened for a smooth, creamy texture.
For Garnish
- additional sliced strawberries These make a beautiful topping!
- powdered sugar Dust over the croissants for an elegant finish.
Method
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the tablespoon of sugar. Allow them to rest for about 10 minutes, encouraging their natural juices to emerge.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, which typically takes about 3-5 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks develop.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it's smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream mixture.
- Carefully slice each croissant in half horizontally.
- Spoon a generous amount of the cream filling into each croissant.
- Top the cream filling with a few slices of the macerated strawberries.
- Replace the top half of each croissant gently to enclose the filling.
- Dust the filled croissants with powdered sugar and garnish with additional sliced strawberries. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving1croissantCalories350kcalCarbohydrates32gProtein3gFat24gSaturated Fat15gCholesterol80mgSodium150mgPotassium120mgFiber1gSugar10gVitamin A500IUVitamin C15mgCalcium50mgIron1mg
Notes
For the freshest taste, opt for ripe strawberries and serve the croissants immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of warm, flaky pastry and creamy filling.