Description
Master this viral cookie croissant hybrid trend with our step-by-step guide. These buttery, flaky pastries combine French croissant techniques with beloved cookie flavors for an irresistible treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave something special.
Ingredients
3 cups European bread flour
1 cup cold European butter
1/2 cup chocolate chips
2 large eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup warm milk
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Egg wash for brushing
Instructions
1. Combine flour, salt, and granulated sugar in a large bowl
2. Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let stand 5 minutes until foamy
3. Add yeast mixture and 1 egg to flour mixture, mix until just combined
4. Wrap dough and refrigerate 2 hours minimum
5. Prepare cookie mixture by combining chocolate chips, brown sugar, and vanilla
6. Roll chilled dough into rectangle on floured surface
7. Incorporate cold butter using lamination technique with 3 letter folds
8. Roll dough again and sprinkle cookie mixture evenly over surface
9. Fold dough to encase cookie elements and roll gently
10. Cut into individual pastries using sharp knife
11. Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and let rise 45 minutes
12. Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F for 18-22 minutes until golden
13. Cool on wire racks for 10 minutes before serving
Notes
Butter temperature is crucial – should be pliable but not soft
Work in cool environment to maintain dough integrity
Don’t overload with cookie mixture or pastries won’t rise properly
Best served fresh and warm from the oven
Can be frozen unbaked and baked directly from frozen
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg