Description
Sweet Potato Croissants are a delightful twist on a classic pastry, featuring flaky layers enveloping a warm, spiced sweet potato filling. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these croissants are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor—a cozy hug on a plate that will impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bake sweet potatoes for about 45 minutes until soft; let cool, then mash in a bowl.
- Mix in cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into triangles.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of filling at the wide end of each triangle, roll tightly towards the pointy end, and tuck edges to form crescent shapes.
- Brush with egg wash, place on prepared baking sheets, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg