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Maple Scallion Cream Cheese Croissants Recipe

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Delight in flaky store-bought croissants filled with a luscious whipped jalapeno cream cheese and topped with a savory scallion butter mixture. Finished with a sweet maple glaze and crisp sugar coating, these Maple Scallion Cream Cheese Croissants offer a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and sweet flavors in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Whipped Jalapeno Cream Cheese

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened at room temperature
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Scallion Filling

  • 2 cups finely chopped scallions (about 2 bunches)
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Croissants and Topping

  • 6 large store-bought croissants
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Prepare the Whipped Jalapeno Cream Cheese: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Mix in the finely minced jalapeno and 1/2 teaspoon salt for seasoning. Gradually beat in the heavy cream, a little at a time, until the mixture becomes light, airy, and pipeable. Transfer this mixture to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped for easy filling.
  3. Make the Scallion Filling: In a bowl, stir together the finely chopped scallions, melted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, and white pepper until well combined and flavorful.
  4. Fill the Croissants: Cut a slit along the top of each croissant without cutting all the way through. Pipe a generous amount of the jalapeno cream cheese inside each croissant slit. Then spoon the scallion butter mixture over the top of each, gently pressing it down to adhere well.
  5. Apply Maple Glaze and Sugar: Arrange the filled croissants evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with maple syrup, then sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the syrup for a sweet, crisp finish.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack for 10-12 minutes, or until the maple syrup bubbles and sets into a crisp, caramelized coating. Keep an eye on the croissants toward the end, as the maple sugar can scorch quickly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the croissants from the oven and allow them to rest for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet. Serve warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use store-bought croissants for convenience, but slightly stale croissants can hold fillings better.
  • Adjust jalapeno amount based on preferred spice level.
  • If you don’t have heavy cream, you can substitute with whole milk, but the texture may be less fluffy.
  • Watch the baking closely as maple syrup can burn quickly at high heat.
  • Best served warm, so consume shortly after baking for optimal texture.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/maple-scallion-cream-cheese-croissants-recipe/