Caramel Pecan Croissant
Flaky, buttery croissants elevated with a rich, gooey caramel pecan filling. Perfect for brunch, breakfast, or dessert. Easy to make using store-bought croissants for a quick and delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 6 large store-bought croissants
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, without stirring, until slightly thickened and golden brown.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans.
- Slice each croissant horizontally, creating a pocket for filling.
- Spoon caramel pecan mixture into each croissant.
- Arrange filled croissants on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and filling is bubbly.
- Cool slightly before serving.