These crispy croissants are a real Valentine’s treat. Pressed flat for an extra crunchy bite, lightly caramelised and dipped in chocolate, then finished with festive decoration. Easy to make, yet irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
- Straight Croissant from Gourmand Pastries
- Baking paper
- Baking tray
- A second baking tray or flat weight to press the croissant
- Fine granulated sugar (for caramelisation)
- Chocolate for dipping
- Optional toppings: Valentine’s decorations, sugar pearls, chocolate shavings, marshmallows, …
Method:
- Let the croissants thaw for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Press both sides of the croissants into fine sugar to caramelise during baking. Place the croissants between baking paper, press them flat and bake in the oven with a baking tray on top of the croissants.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and fully baked.
- Let cool for 30 minutes on a rack.
- Dip in chocolate and finish with Valentine-themed decoration.
Let your creativity run free!