Strawberry Cream Filled Croissants are delightful pastries that combine flaky, buttery croissants with a sweet and creamy strawberry filling. These treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack!

Ingredients

For the Croissants:

• 4 large croissants (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (for macerating strawberries)

For the Cream Filling:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

For Garnish:

• Additional sliced strawberries
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Timing

Making Strawberry Cream Filled Croissants takes about 15 minutes for preparation and 10 minutes for chilling.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries

1. Macerate Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the tablespoon of sugar. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.

Step 2: Make the Cream Filling

1. Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
2. Combine with Cream Cheese: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese until well combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Croissants

1. Fill Croissants: Carefully slice each croissant in half horizontally. Spoon a generous amount of the cream filling into each croissant.
2. Add Strawberries: Top the cream filling with a few slices of the macerated strawberries.
3. Close Croissants: Replace the top half of the croissant to enclose the filling.

Step 4: Serve

1. Garnish: Dust the filled croissants with powdered sugar and garnish with additional sliced strawberries.
2. Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy these delicious strawberry cream filled croissants!

Nutritional Information

Here’s a quick overview of the nutritional content of Strawberry Cream Filled Croissants (per croissant, based on 4 servings):

Nutrient	Amount per Croissant
Calories	350
Protein	5g
Fat	25g
Carbohydrates	30g
Fiber	1g
Sugar	10g

Tips for Customization

• Fruit Variations: Substitute strawberries with other fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches for different flavors.
• Flavor Additions: Add a splash of lemon juice or zest to the cream filling for a citrusy twist.
• Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted chocolate over the filled croissants for an extra indulgent touch.

Conclusion

Strawberry Cream Filled Croissants are a delightful combination of flaky pastry and sweet cream filling, enhanced by fresh strawberries. Perfect for any occasion, these croissants are sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings. Enjoy this delightful recipe!