Description
The Crookie is a mouthwatering dessert that combines the flaky layers of a buttery croissant with the rich, gooey texture of freshly baked chocolate chip cookie dough. This viral treat offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, perfect for anyone craving a decadent sweet snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Croissants
- 5 large croissants
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown and granulated sugars until fluffy and smooth. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract and mix well. Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Finally, fold in the dark chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
- Slice Croissants: Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each croissant open horizontally to create a pocket, making sure not to cut all the way through so the dough holds together.
- Fill Croissants: Scoop a generous amount of the cookie dough into each croissant pocket, pressing gently to fill the interior evenly without overstuffing.
- Bake: Place the filled croissants on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and the cookie dough inside is soft and gooey.
- Finish & Cool: Optional – sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the crookies immediately after baking to enhance the flavor. Let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before serving.
- Serve: Serve warm to enjoy the perfect combination of gooey chocolate chip cookie filling and flaky croissant layers for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- You can substitute dark chocolate chunks with milk or white chocolate if preferred.
- Ensure the butter is softened, not melted, for the best cookie dough texture.
- Do not overfill the croissants to prevent dough from oozing out during baking.
- Storing leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days is recommended; reheat briefly for best texture.
- Adding flaky sea salt enhances the sweet and salty flavor contrast but is optional.
