Mock ‘Crookies’

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 12

Mock 'Crookies' recipe for a quick and easy dessert

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	cooking spray
	1 package frozen puff pastry , thawed
	5 tablespoons cream cheese , softened , or more as needed
	2 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

298

Sugar

Fat

21g

Mock 'Crookies' are a fun and easy dessert that combines two classic treats: a croissant and a cookie. With only 4 simple ingredients, these pastry triangles are quick and easy to make, and can be served warm or at room temperature. The cream cheese filling adds a tangy and sweet flavor to the flaky puff pastry, making it a perfect portable dessert for picnics, parties, or any occasion. This recipe is inspired by the famous French croissant pastry, which is typically served for breakfast or as a snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and spray the parchment with cooking spray.
3.	Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
4.	Cut the pastry into 8 equal squares with a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
5.	In a small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
6.	Spoon a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each square of pastry.
7.	Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle, and press the edges together with a fork to seal.
8.	Lightly spray the tops of the crookies with cooking spray.
9.	Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.	Serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, with only 4 simple ingredients.

These crookies are a tasty and portable dessert that can be enjoyed on the go or at home.

CONS

Not suitable for those with lactose intolerance due to the cream cheese filling.

May be high in calories and fat depending on the serving size and amount of filling used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These crookies may not be particularly healthy, but they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The puff pastry used in this recipe is a rich source of carbohydrates and can provide energy to the body. However, it is also high in fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation. The cream cheese filling can provide a small amount of calcium and protein.