Berries and Cream Croissants
Delight in gluten-free croissants filled with whipped cream, mascarpone, and fresh berries, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
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 (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 so that the halves remain attached.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
- Beat the softened mascarpone or cream cheese until smooth in a separate bowl.
- 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 and top with fresh berries.
- Close the croissants, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Optional: drizzle with honey or melted white chocolate.
Notes
Make sure to use certified gluten-free ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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