Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Boston Cream Pie Croissants, where flaky pastry meets a luscious vanilla filling and a rich chocolate glaze. These decadent treats are perfect for brunch, dessert tables, or any gathering, offering an impressive presentation that will wow your guests. Enjoy them warm from the oven or as a sweet snack any time of day. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a gourmet experience right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package pre-made croissant dough (8 croissants)
- 1 (3.4 oz) box vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the croissant dough and cut into triangles.
- In a bowl, whisk together vanilla pudding mix and milk until thickened. Fold in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Place a tablespoon of pastry cream at the wider end of each triangle and roll tightly.
- Arrange seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until boiling, then stir in cocoa powder until smooth.
- Once the croissants cool slightly, dip tops in chocolate glaze and let set on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
