Gluten Free and Vegan Korean Inspired Croissant Waffles
Croffles, your new decadent brunch staple. These unique and eye-catching handhelds will be the star of the show at brunch, and you don’t need to be a pastry chef to make them!
Croffles, also known as croissant waffles, are made by pressing and cooking croissant dough in a waffle maker. Furthermore, this sweet snack combines the flakiness and buttery goodness of a croissant with the crispiness of a waffle. They are the perfect fusion of two beloved classics!
The trend of croissant waffles has gained popularity in various breakfast and brunch spots, with South Korea playing a significant role in popularizing them. After reading this article, you’ll find it easy to recreate these trendy treats at home.
Why I made This Recipe
If I want to impress guests at brunch, this is one of my favorite breakfast items. Additionally, I am a huge fan of desserts for brunch. From scones to pancakes, to drop biscuits, to pastries, I love all of the varieties, shapes, colors, and flavors. And now, homemade croffles are a unique new item I can now add to the list.
Best of all, I made this croffle recipe gluten-free and vegan. I have many friends and family members who have either dairy or gluten allergies but I also enjoy keeping foods 100% plant-based. When hosting or bringing a food item to an event, I often keep the dish gluten-free and vegan (dairy-free) to be inclusive for all of the guests dining.
Special Tools
- Non-stick Waffle Iron – Waffle irons can be found on Amazon, Walmart, Target online and instore retailers.
Ingredients for Croffles
- Frozen Schar Puff Pastry Dough – Alternatively, if you’re not concerned about these being gluten-free and vegan, you can use thawed puff pastry dough or crescent rolls to make these waffles.
- Brown Sugar
- Toppings of choice: Maple syrup, fresh fruits, powdered sugar, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, peanut butter, Nutella, whipped cream, cheese, etc.
How to make Croffles
Prep the puff pastry dough
Thaw the puff pastry dough via package instructions (some instructions may need to be left in the refrigerator overnight).
Preheat the waffle iron
Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufactures instructions.
Cut the dough and shape croissants (croffles)
Prepare the dough. Unroll the dough. Schar Puff Pastry dough is already the correct thickness (about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick).
Cut the dough into 6 equal rectangles. To do this, use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter and cut the rolled-out puff pastry into triangles.
For this, cut the pastry into long strips, then cut each strip diagonally to form triangles. The size of the triangles can vary depending on how large you want your croissants to be.
Take one triangle at a time and gently stretch it lengthwise to elongate it slightly. Start rolling from the base of the triangle towards the tip, forming a crescent shape. The pointed tip of the triangle should be tucked under the croissant to secure its shape. Repeat this process with the remaining triangles.
Cook the Croffles
Before placing the croissant on the waffle iron, roll it in brown sugar. Then, place the croissants onto the preheated waffle iron. I placed 4 at a time due to their size.
Next, close the lid and cook the croffles until it is golden brown and crispy. The cooking time will vary depending on your waffle iron but mine took 4-6 minutes.
Serve Croffles
Carefully remove the hot croffles from the waffle iron and transfer them to a serving platter. Now, enjoy them with fresh fruit, 100% maple syrup, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
How to Serve
These croffles are excellent served hot or at room temperature.
Croffles can be enjoyed in various ways. Serve them sweet with toppings like maple syrup, cinnamon sugar, fresh berries, ice cream, or whipped cream. You may also enjoy a savory croffle, pairings them with foods like cheese (vegan or non-vegan), breakfast sausage (plant-based or not plant-based) or avocado.
Moreover, you can even serve them with fillings. Before rolling up the croissants, add a filling like cheese, chocolate, or fruit filling over top of puff pastry dough. Then, roll your croissants and continue following the directions for making croffles.
How to Store Croffles
I recommend eating these fresh or the day of. However, leftover croffles will last stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator. To warm these up, pop them in the toaster oven on 400 degrees F for 2-5 minutes.
FAQ (Ask a Dietitian!)
Where did the Croffle originate?
The origins of Croffles, a delightful fusion of croissants and waffles, have sparked debates among different sources. While some attribute the creation to Food & Wine’s video showcasing the recipe in 2015, others give credit to South Korea for popularizing this scrumptious treat.
What is the difference between a waffle and a croffle?
A waffle is made with a batter often made of flour, eggs, milk, and baking powder.
A croffle involves placing croissant dough into a waffle iron and cooking it.
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Croffles [Gluten-free | Vegan]
Equipment
- 1 non-stick waffle iron
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 roll gluten-free puff pastry dough I use Schar
- 6 tsp brown sugar see notes
Instructions
Prep the puff pastry dough
- Thaw the puff pastry dough via package instructions (some instructions may need to be left in the refrigerator overnight).
Preheat the waffle iron
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufactures instructions.
Cut the dough and shape croissants
- Prepare the dough. Unroll the dough. Schar Puff Pastry dough is already the correct thickness (about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick).
- Cut the dough into 6 equal rectangles. To do this, use a sharp knife of pizza cutter and cut the rolled-out dough into triangles. For this, cut the pastry into long strips, then cut each strip diagonally to form triangles. The size of the triangles can vary depending on how large you want your croffles to be.
- Take one triangle at a time and gently stretch it lengthwise to elongate it slightly. Start rolling from the base of the triangle towards the tip, forming a crescent shape. The pointed tip of the triangle should be tucked under the croissant to secure its shape. Repeat this process with the remaining triangles.
Cook the Croffles
- Before placing the croissant on the waffle iron, roll it in brown sugar. Then, place the croissants onto the preheated waffle iron. I placed 4 at a time due to their size. Then, close the lid and cook the croffle until it is golden brown and crispy. The cooking time will vary depending on your waffle iron but mine took 4-6 minutes.
Serve Croffles
- Carefully remove the hot croffles from the waffle iron and transfer to a serving platter. Enjoy with fresh fruit, 100% maple syrup, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I'm Sarah Harper. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who loves to cook, eat, and talk about food! Here at The Addy Bean, you'll discover an array of flexitarian recipes. My mission is to inspire and encourage others to eat and explore the world of plant-based foods!
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