Description
Delightfully flaky and rich, these Air Fryer Croissants filled with Nutella and chocolate chips make a quick and indulgent treat. Perfectly golden and bubbly from the air fryer, they’re easy to prepare and sure to satisfy any sweet craving with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Croissants and Filling
- 1 12-ounce can Pillsbury big and flaky crescent rolls
- 5 tbsp Nutella (approximately 2 tsp per croissant)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (about 1/2 tbsp per croissant)
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water or 2% milk
Optional Garnishes
- Melted chocolate chips
- Honey
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Croissants: Separate the crescent rolls and lay each piece flat on a clean surface for easy filling and rolling.
- 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 to enhance the chocolate filling.
- Roll Croissants: Starting from the large end, carefully roll up each croissant, encasing the Nutella and chocolate chips inside.
- Make Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together one egg with 1 tablespoon of water or 2% milk until well combined to create a glossy egg wash.
- Brush Croissants: Using a pastry brush, lightly coat each rolled croissant with the egg wash to promote golden browning during cooking.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then arrange croissants in a single layer, giving each space to expand slightly as they cook.
- Air Fry: Cook at 360°F (182°C) for 8 minutes or until the croissants are puffed and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, brush the warm croissants with a light coating of honey, drizzle with melted chocolate chips, and dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Ensure croissants are spaced in the air fryer to allow even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Substitute milk for water in the egg wash for richer browning.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use a plant-based milk and skip the egg wash or use a vegan egg replacement.
- Leftover croissants can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the air fryer.
- Adjust Nutella and chocolate chip quantities according to preference for more or less chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
