Description
Delight in these Berries and Cream Filled Croissants, a luscious French-American breakfast or dessert treat featuring flaky croissants generously filled with sweet vanilla whipped cream and a medley of fresh mixed berries. Easy to prepare with no cooking required, this recipe makes a perfect elegant brunch or an indulgent daily treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Croissants
- 4 large croissants (halved horizontally)
Whipped Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit & Garnish
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the whipped cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. If not using immediately, chill the whipped cream until ready to assemble.
- Slice croissants: Cut each croissant horizontally halfway through so that it opens like a sandwich. Be careful not to slice all the way through to keep the halves connected.
- Fill croissants: Gently open each croissant and spoon a generous amount of the whipped cream inside the cavity. Then top the cream with a mixture of the fresh berries to add a burst of juicy flavor.
- Top and garnish: Close the croissants slightly, adding an extra dollop of whipped cream and a few more berries on top if desired. Lightly dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves to enhance presentation and freshness.
- Serve: Serve the croissants immediately for the best texture and flavor, enjoying the flaky pastry paired with the rich cream and fresh berries.
Notes
- For a warm, flaky texture, lightly toast the croissants before filling.
- For an extra rich filling, fold a spoonful of mascarpone or cream cheese into the whipped cream before assembling.
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and texture contrast.
- This recipe is best served immediately as the croissants may become soggy if stored for too long.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled croissant
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
