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This easy croffle recipe turns croissant dough into a crispy, flaky waffle in just minutes! All you need is croissant dough, a waffle maker, and your favorite fillings or toppings. Make them sweet or savory for a fun breakfast, snack, or lunch the whole family can enjoy.
Recipe at a Glance
If you’ve never made a croffle before, you’re in for a treat! A croffle (croissant waffle) combines the flaky, buttery layers of a croissant with the crispy exterior of a waffle—and it couldn’t be easier to make.
- Ready in 10 minutes: Just press croissant dough in a hot waffle maker until golden and crisp.
- No batter required: There’s no measuring, mixing, or whisking involved.
- Endlessly customizable: Keep it simple or add your favorite sweet or savory fillings and toppings.
- Kid-friendly: The crispy texture and handheld size make these especially fun for kids.
- Any waffle maker works: A standard, Belgian, or mini waffle maker will all get the job done.
What is a Croffle?
A croffle is exactly what it sounds like—a croissant cooked in a waffle maker!
Croffles became especially popular in South Korea, where I grew up, and I can see why. You get the buttery, flaky layers of a croissant with all those crispy little edges you normally get from a waffle.
Traditional versions are often coated in sugar and served with toppings like whipped cream or ice cream. But there really are no rules! You can keep them simple, stuff them with fruit or nut butter, or even take them in a savory direction.
And unlike traditional waffles, there’s no batter to make. Simply place the croissant dough in your waffle maker, press, and cook until golden.here to show you how to make them nutritious and delicious without all the sugar!
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- Croissant pastry – Sure, you can make croissants from scratch (and they would be delicious), but if you’re always pressed for time like me, refrigerated crescent rolls or puff pastry. You can find them in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores. Frozen croissant dough will also work.
- Fillings of choice – see below for both all the sweet and savory options
Croffle Fillings and Toppings
The options are limitless! Here are some examples to get you started. While the sweet versions get all the love oftentimes, try switching it up with these savory filling ideas.
Both variations are great for a quick breakfast, snack, or lunch!
Sweet Croffle
Fillings:
- Ricotta and fruit (e.g. thinly sliced or diced fresh strawberries, blueberries, apples)
- Yogurt and fresh fruit
- Cream cheese and fresh fruit
- Peanut butter (or nut or seed butter) with fruit (banana, apple, strawberries) or even grated carrots or sweet potatoes
- Mashed sweet potatoes and cinnamon
- Jam and finely chopped or ground nuts or seeds (flax, chia, hemp seeds, etc.)
Toppings:
Feel free to drizzle some maple syrup, date syrup, or honey (not for under 1 year), on top.
For older kids and adults, top with whipped cream and powdered sugar..ya know..just like how the fancy bakeries roll. I personally love mine with ice cream!
Savory Croffle
- Scrambled eggs and cheese
- Mashed beans and cheese (serve with salsa for dipping)
- Shredded or chopped chicken with marinara and cheese
- Pesto with cooked vegetables
- Hummus with cucumber or carrots
How to Make croffles
Step 1: Roll out your crescent dough or puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking. Spread fillings of choice.
Step 2: Gently roll each triangle dough, starting with the wide end of the dough
Step 3: Place the croissants one at a time into the preheated waffle iron.
Step 4: Cook for 1 1/2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Enjoy as is or toppings of choice.
Common Croffle Mistakes to Avoid
- Putting too much filling inside – This is probably the easiest mistake to make. Overfilling can cause the filling to spill into your waffle maker and make it difficult for the dough to cook evenly. A little goes a long way.
- Not preheating the waffle maker – Putting the dough onto a cold waffle iron can result in a softer, less crisp croffle. Let the waffle maker fully preheat first.
- Expecting refrigerated crescent dough and bakery croissants to taste exactly the same – Different doughs will give you slightly different results. Crescent dough is quick and convenient, while croissant dough will give you more of those classic buttery, flaky layers.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate:
Transfer any leftover croffles into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. To reheat, you have several options:
Place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, in an air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes, on a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or in the microwave (covered with a damp paper towel) on medium power for 20-30 seconds.
Freeze:
To freeze, I recommend flash freezing (the best way to freeze muffins also!), which involves spreading the croffles out on a baking sheet in a single layer and placing them in the freezer for a few hours until they are frozen solid. This prevents them from sticking together.
Once frozen solid, transfer the croffles to a freezer-safe bag or container and store them for up to 2 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply thaw the croffles in the fridge overnight.
Reheat in the toaster oven or the toaster until crispy and warmed through. These are great for lunch boxes for kids!
Croffle FAQs
Yes. Frozen unbaked croissant dough works well, but you’ll want to thaw it according to the package directions before putting it into the waffle maker.
Absolutely. Refrigerated crescent roll dough is one of my favorite shortcuts because it’s inexpensive, easy to find, and ready to use.
Yes, although they’re crispiest right after cooking. If you’re making them ahead, store them in the refrigerator or freezer and reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, or air fryer to help bring back that crispy texture.
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Easy Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffle)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 package croissant dough
- 1/4 cup fillings of choice
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron. Depending on your waffle iron, you may need to grease the waffle plates with oil.
- Roll out your crescent dough or puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking. Fill with whatever fillings you wish.
- Gently roll each triangle dough, starting with the wide end of the dough.
- Place the croissants one at a time into the waffle iron and cook for 1.5 to 3 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
- Ricotta and fruit (e.g. thinly sliced or diced fresh strawberries, blueberries, apples)
- Yogurt and fresh fruit
- Cream cheese and fresh fruit
- Peanut butter (or nut or seed butter) with fruit (banana, apple, strawberries) or even grated carrots or sweet potatoes
- Mashed sweet potatoes and cinnamon
- Jam and finely chopped or ground nuts or seeds (flax, chia, hemp seeds, etc.)
- Scrambled eggs and cheese
- Mashed beans and cheese (serve with salsa for dipping)
- Shredded or chopped chicken with marinara and cheese
- Pesto with cooked vegetables
- Hummus with cucumber or carrots
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