Strawberry Shortcake Croissants
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If you’re on the hunt for a quick and easy dessert that will impress your guests this Easter, look no further. This strawberry shortcake croissants are exactly what you need. These croissants are not only incredibly simple to put together but also have an elegant look that completely disguises their easy preparation.
For those who enjoy traditional strawberry shortcakes made with store-bought cake cups, these croissants will take your dessert game to a whole new level. Imagine the delicious combination of flaky, buttery croissants, juicy, sweet strawberries, and a dollop of fresh whipped cream. This delightful twist on the classic dessert is so amazing that you might never go back to the old way of making strawberry shortcakes. Your taste buds will thank you for this heavenly treat!
Ingredients for Strawberry Shortcake Croissants
- HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM
- POWDERED SUGAR
- VANILLA EXTRACT
- CREAM CHEESE
- FRESH STRAWBERRIES
- FRESH BAKERY CROISSANTS
Instructions for Strawberry Shortcake Croissants
First, it’s essential to start with a high-quality croissant. Personally, I tend to favor the ones from Costco because they are consistently fresh and delicious.
However, the Costco croissants are full-sized. If you prefer a smaller, more bite-sized option, you can easily adapt the recipe for mini croissants. The beauty of using these pastries is that no baking is required, making the preparation process incredibly quick and convenient. Whether you choose full-sized or mini croissants, you’ll have a delightful base for creating your scrumptious dessert.
However, to freshen up the croissant, you can put them in your air fryer for 4 minutes at 370 degrees. Or try them in the oven under the broiler for a few minutes. This will crisp up the exterior of the croissant making it nice and super flaky again. It also softens the center too.
Now for the whipped cream portion of the shortcake, you use some heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a little cream cheese. Whip it all together in a mixing bowl. That cream cheese acts as a stabilizer to the cream. Helps it to stay thick.
I love to pipe the whipped cream onto the croissants using an icing bag and a decorative tip for a touch of elegance. It creates a fancy presentation that elevates the dessert’s appearance. However, if you don’t have an icing bag, a spoon works just as well to dollop the whipped cream onto the croissants.
Next, you’ll need some fresh sliced strawberries. I prefer to slice the strawberries and use them as they are, enjoying their natural sweetness and vibrant color.
However, you also have the option to macerate the strawberries with a little sugar. While this method adds extra sweetness and juiciness, I find that fresh strawberries maintain a better texture and stay in place more easily within the croissant. Macerated strawberries tend to become slippery, making them more likely to slide out of the croissant. Whichever method you choose, the combination of whipped cream and strawberries on a croissant is simply divine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add other fruits to the croissants?
Absolutely! You can add blueberries, raspberries, or peaches to the croissants along with the strawberries. Customize them as you like. You can also drizzle honey or sprinkle powdered sugar over the fruit for extra sweetness.
How do I store leftover strawberry shortcake croissants?
Because of the perishable nature of the ingredients, it’s best to consume strawberry shortcake croissants shortly after assembling them. Store leftover croissants in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 day. However, keep in mind that the croissants may become soggy as they sit.
Can I make these strawberry croissants ahead of time for a party or gathering?
It’s best to make croissants right before serving to keep them fresh. However, you can prepare some parts ahead of time. Then, you can assemble them before your event. Prepare the whipped cream, slice the strawberries, and store them separately in the refrigerator until needed. Assemble the croissants right before serving for the best results.
FOR MORE RECIPES LIKE THIS, TRY:
- Cupcake Shortcakes
- Oatmeal Brownie Strawberry Shortcakes
- Patriotic Shortcake Parfaits
- Dessert for a Crowd
Strawberry Shortcake Croissants
Real Mom Kitchen
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp Cream cheese softened
- 16 oz fresh strawberries sliced
- 6 fresh bakery croissants
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whip your heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Add in your vanilla extract and beat in until well combined.
- Cut your croissants in half.
- Put the cream a piping bag with a frosting tip and pipe the whipped cream onto the bottom half of each of the croissants.
- Add sliced strawberries to the top of the whipped cream, fanning them out evenly across top of the cream.
- Place the top of the croissant onto each croissant and sprinkle powdered sugar. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition
Adapted from Crazy Adventures in Parenting.
