Strawberry Croissant Recipe
This strawberry croissant recipe is a delicious blend of flaky, buttery pastry and sweet, fresh strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these croissants are filled with whipped cream and strawberry slices, dusted with powdered sugar for the perfect bakery-style treat.
Ingredients
- For the Croissants Skip if using store-bought croissants
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup unsalted butter cold
- ½ cup warm milk
- 1 egg
- For the Filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam optional
- ½ cup whipped cream or pastry cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for topping
- 1 egg yolk for brushing, if baking croissants
Instructions
- Step 1: Preparing the Croissant Dough (Skip if using store-bought croissants)
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Cut cold butter into small cubes and mix it into the flour.
- Add warm milk and egg, then mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, then fold it into thirds.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Repeat this rolling and folding process three times.
- Step 2: Shaping the Croissants
- Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle (about ¼ inch thick).
- Cut it into triangles with a 5-inch base.
- Roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a croissant shape.
- Place on a baking sheet and let rise for 1 hour.
- Step 3: Baking the Croissants
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush croissants with egg yolk for a golden crust.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before filling.
- Step 4: Adding the Strawberry Filling
- Slice croissants horizontally, but don’t cut all the way through.
- Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam inside (optional).
- Add fresh strawberry slices and a spoonful of whipped cream or pastry cream.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a bakery-style finish.
Notes
- Short on time? Use store-bought croissants instead of making your own.
- Want extra sweetness? Drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Vegan option: Use plant-based butter, dairy-free whipped cream, and almond milk.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute gluten-free flour and store-bought gluten-free croissants.