Description
Deliciously flaky and chocolate-filled croissants made quickly and easily in the air fryer. Perfect for a sweet breakfast, snack, or dessert with rich Nutella and melty chocolate chips inside a golden, crispy crescent roll exterior.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 12-ounce can Pillsbury big and flaky crescent rolls
- 5 tbsp Nutella (approximately 2 tsp per croissant)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (approximately 1/2 tbsp per croissant)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water or 2% milk
Optional Garnishes
- Melted chocolate chips
- Honey
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Croissants: Separate the crescent rolls and lay them flat on a clean surface to ready them for filling.
- Spread Nutella: Evenly spread about 2 teaspoons of Nutella over the entire top surface of each flattened crescent roll.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle ½ tablespoon of chocolate chips onto the large end of each croissant for an extra melty chocolate center.
- Roll the Croissants: Starting at the large end, carefully roll each crescent into its classic shape enclosing the filling.
- Make Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water or 2% milk until fully combined to create a shiny egg wash.
- Brush Egg Wash: Lightly brush the egg wash over the top of each uncooked croissant to promote browning and a shiny finish.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and arrange croissants in a single layer, leaving space for spreading while cooking.
- Air Fry: Cook the croissants at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes or until they turn golden brown and flaky.
- Add Garnishes: Optionally, brush the warm croissants with honey, drizzle melted chocolate chips over them, and sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Using water or 2% milk for the egg wash can be based on preference; milk may yield a richer color.
- Ensure croissants have enough space in the air fryer basket to expand without sticking together.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute Nutella with a vegan chocolate spread and use a plant-based milk for egg wash or skip it entirely.
- Use kitchen tongs or a spatula to remove croissants carefully after cooking to keep them intact.
- If your air fryer tends to cook hot, check croissants at 7 minutes to avoid over-browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
