Description
A delightful combination of flaky croissants filled with luscious whipped cream and topped with fresh mixed berries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large croissants (day-old or fresh)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mascarpone or cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully slice each croissant in half lengthwise, leaving a small hinge.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened mascarpone or cream cheese until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
- Spread a generous amount of the cream mixture onto the bottom half of each croissant, then top with fresh mixed berries.
- Carefully close the croissants and dust with extra powdered sugar, garnishing with mint leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately for best texture or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a warm variation, consider lightly toasting the croissants before filling. Store assembled croissants in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg