If you’re torn between a cheesecake, a cookie, and a croissant why not have all three? These Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles bring together the best of all worlds. Buttery croissant dough is stuffed with a sweet cheesecake filling and cookie crumbles, then pressed in a waffle iron until golden, crispy, and irresistible. Whether you serve them for breakfast, dessert, or a weekend brunch treat, these croffles will steal the show!

Why You’ll Love Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles

This mashup is next-level indulgent and surprisingly simple to make. Here’s why it’ll become a favorite in your kitchen:

Irresistible Texture: Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, with bites of gooey cookie and flaky croissant.
Easy & Quick: Uses store-bought dough and just a few pantry staples.
Portable Treat: Perfect for on-the-go breakfast or sweet snack.
Endlessly Customizable: Swap the cookie flavor, add fruit, or drizzle with chocolate or caramel.
Waffle Maker Magic: No baking required just press and enjoy.

Ingredients in Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles

You only need a handful of ingredients to make these buttery, sweet croffles:

Refrigerated Croissant Dough (or crescent roll dough): The base of your croffles.
Cream Cheese (softened): For the creamy cheesecake center.
Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the filling.
Vanilla Extract: Adds depth of flavor.
Crumbled Cookies (chocolate chip or your choice): Adds crunch and flavor.
Butter (optional): For brushing the croffles before pressing.
Optional Toppings: Powdered sugar, melted chocolate, or fresh berries for serving.

(Full measurements and options are included in the recipe card below.)

Instructions

Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Prepare the Dough: Unroll the croissant dough and separate into individual triangles (or cut into rectangles if using puff pastry).

Fill and Fold: Place a spoonful of cheesecake mixture and a sprinkle of cookie crumbs in the center of each triangle. Fold and seal the dough around the filling, shaping it into a small bundle or square.

Heat the Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle maker to medium-high.

Cook the Croffles: Place one filled dough piece into the waffle iron and press gently. Cook until golden and crisp about 3–5 minutes depending on your waffle maker.

Cool & Serve: Let them cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 6
Calories per serving: ~260 (varies depending on dough and cookie used)

Preparation Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

How to Serve Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles

These croffles are great warm or at room temp. Try serving them like this:

With a dusting of powdered sugar and fresh strawberries
Drizzled with melted chocolate or caramel sauce
Paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert
Cut into halves and served on a brunch board with fruit and coffee
Wrapped in parchment for a sweet on-the-go breakfast treat

Additional Tips

Seal the edges well to keep the filling from leaking out.
Chill the filled dough for 5–10 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
Use nonstick spray or brush the waffle iron with butter before each batch.
Experiment with Oreos, graham crackers, or peanut butter cookies for fun variations.
Add mini chocolate chips or fruit preserves inside for extra flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use puff pastry instead of croissant dough?
Yes! Just cut it into rectangles and proceed as usual. The texture will be even flakier.

2. What kind of cookies work best?
Chocolate chip, Oreos, shortbread, Biscoff anything crunchy and flavorful!

3. Can I make these in advance?
You can assemble them a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Cook just before serving.

4. Can I bake them instead of using a waffle iron?
Yes, bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

5. How do I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the waffle maker or toaster oven.

6. Can I make these gluten-free?
Use gluten-free dough and cookies the rest of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

7. What’s the best way to seal the croffles?
Pinch the edges tightly and press the seam down before cooking to prevent leaks.

8. Can I freeze them?
Yes! Freeze before cooking, then cook straight from frozen just add a few extra minutes in the waffle iron.

9. Are these super sweet?
They’re sweet but balanced you can adjust the sugar in the filling to your liking.

10. Can I use flavored cream cheese?
Definitely! Try strawberry, chocolate, or even cinnamon cream cheese for fun twists.

Conclusion

These Crispy Cheesecake Cookie Croffles are the ultimate fusion dessert fun, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Whether you’re serving brunch guests, treating yourself to a cozy weekend breakfast, or surprising someone with a unique dessert, this recipe will have everyone begging for more. Grab your waffle iron and let’s get croffling!

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