Description
Delight in these flaky and buttery Pumpkin Pie Croissants topped with a sweet and rich maple glaze. Perfect for a seasonal breakfast or dessert, these croissants are filled with a smooth pumpkin and cream cheese mixture, baked to golden perfection, and drizzled with a luscious maple syrup glaze for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Croissant Filling
- 1 can croissants
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese
Maple Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1-2 Tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s ready for baking the croissants to a perfect golden brown.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, and cream cheese. Mix them thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Prepare Dough: Open the can of croissant dough and carefully separate each triangle to prepare for filling.
- Fill and Roll: Spoon a small amount of the pumpkin mixture onto the wide end of each croissant dough triangle. Roll them up carefully, starting from the wide end toward the point, ensuring the filling stays inside.
- Arrange Croissants: Place the filled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to promote even baking.
- Bake: Bake the croissants in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes, until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Cool Down: Remove the baked croissants from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack so they firm up slightly.
- Make Maple Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and coconut oil in a bowl. Gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk, adjusting to your preferred glaze consistency, whether thicker or more drizzling.
- Glaze the Croissants: Drizzle the prepared maple glaze atop each cooled croissant generously. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, pumpkin-spiced flavor combination.
Notes
- You can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a richer filling.
- If you prefer a spicier filling, add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the pumpkin mixture.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and a plant-based milk alternative.
- Ensure croissants cool completely before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree or canned, but avoid pumpkin pie filling as it contains spices and sweeteners.
