Description
Delight in the simple elegance of Berries and Cream Filled Croissants, a no-bake French-American treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Flaky croissants are filled with a light and fluffy cream cheese and whipped cream mixture, then layered with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for a burst of fruity freshness. This recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, offering a deliciously creamy and fruity indulgence that’s easy to assemble and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 4 large croissants (store-bought or homemade)
Cream Filling
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Filling
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
Optional Garnish
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, creating a light and airy base for the filling.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Mix carefully to maintain the fluffiness and create a light, airy filling.
- Slice the Croissants: Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, leaving one edge intact to create a pocket for the filling without splitting the croissant apart.
- Fill the Croissants: Spoon or pipe the cream filling evenly inside each croissant pocket, then layer in a generous mix of sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
- Close and Garnish: Gently press the croissants closed to enclose the filling. Optionally dust with extra powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh texture and flavors, or refrigerate for a few hours if preparing ahead.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle the filled croissants with honey or a berry glaze before serving.
- These croissants are best served fresh but can be made a few hours ahead and chilled until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled croissant
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
