Crookie Recipe – Crispy Croissant Meets Chewy Cookie
This crookie recipe brings together the golden crisp of a croissant with the rich, gooey center of a chocolate chip cookie. It’s buttery, chocolatey, and downright comforting—perfect for cozy weekends, bake sales, or anytime you want a treat that feels a little special.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (2)
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serrated knife
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients:
- 8 croissants day-old or fresh
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup caramel bits
- ¼ cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and any optional add-ins.
- Slice croissants open like a book, leaving the bottom attached.
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of cookie dough into each croissant and press gently.
- Arrange on baking sheets and bake 17–20 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Best made with day-old croissants to help them hold their shape during baking. Contains dairy, eggs, and gluten.