Description
Indulge in the perfect breakfast treat with these Blueberry & Ricotta Croissants drizzled with honey. Creamy ricotta cheese sweetened with vanilla and sugar, paired with fresh blueberries, all nestled in a buttery croissant, make for a delightful morning pastry.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sweetened Ricotta:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
For Assembly:
- 4 fresh croissants
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for toasting)
Instructions
- Sweetened Ricotta: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Croissants: Slice each croissant in half horizontally. Optionally, toast cut-side down in a skillet with melted butter until golden. Spread sweetened ricotta inside each croissant, add blueberries, and drizzle with honey.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with extra honey for drizzling.
Notes
- You can substitute mascarpone or cream cheese for ricotta.
- Try adding lemon zest to the ricotta for a citrusy kick.
- For a warm variation, lightly toast the filled croissants in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled croissant
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
