Description
These Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles are a delightful fusion treat combining flaky croissant dough with creamy cheesecake filling and crunchy cookie bits, cooked to golden perfection in a waffle iron for an irresistible crispy texture. Perfect as a sweet breakfast or a decadent snack, they are easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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For the Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup crushed cookies (e.g., Oreos or graham crackers)
For the Croffles
- 1 tube refrigerated croissant or crescent roll dough
- Butter or cooking spray (for waffle iron)
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, extra crushed cookies, melted chocolate, or fresh berries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the crushed cookies gently and set this mixture aside.
- Assemble the Croffles: Unroll the refrigerated croissant dough and separate into individual triangles. Place about a tablespoon of the cheesecake filling onto the center of each triangle, then carefully fold or roll the dough over the filling and pinch the edges together to seal it well to prevent leakage during cooking.
- Preheat and Grease the Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Croffles: Place each filled dough piece into the preheated waffle iron and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the croffles are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Cool and Add Toppings: Carefully remove the croffles from the waffle iron and allow them to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar, sprinkle extra crushed cookies, drizzle with melted chocolate, or add fresh berries as desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the croffles warm for the best taste and texture. Enjoy this crispy, creamy, and sweet treat fresh from the waffle iron.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of crushed cookies you prefer, such as Oreos for a chocolate twist or graham crackers for a classic pairing.
- Make sure to seal the edges of the dough well to avoid filling leakage during cooking.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your waffle iron; adjust accordingly for the perfect crispiness.
- These croffles are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in the waffle iron or oven to restore crispiness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with a vegan alternative.
