If you're a fan of Cadbury Creme Eggs, you're going to love this recipe for air fryer creme egg croissants!
With flaky croissant dough and a gooey, chocolaty center, these pastries are perfect for an Easter-themed breakfast or brunch.
This quick and easy recipe is the perfect indulgent treat for any chocolate lover. Plus, with the convenience of the air fryer, you can enjoy these chocolatey pastries in just minutes.
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👩🍳 Love creme eggs? Try my easy Cadbury creme egg tiffin next!
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✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!
- Quick & easy air fryer dessert or breakfast recipe.
- Just 3 ingredients.
- 5 minutes to cook.
- A perfect chocolate treat for Easter.
🛒 Ingredient notes
Croissant Dough - 350g of croissant dough from the chilled section at the supermarket. I use Jus Roll, but any brand is fine.
Creme Eggs - 6 full-size Cadbury creme eggs that have been frozen for at least 2 hours.
Egg - for glazing. You could also use milk.
🥄 Equipment
Which air fryer? I use the Ninja Foodi 5.8 litre Grill and Air Fryer with 4 customisable cooking functions including air fry, roast, bake, and dehydrate!
🔪 Instructions
The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post
One: Unroll the croissant dough and cut it into triangles along the marked lines.
Two: Take a creme egg and place at the long side of the triangle and roll up. Continue with the other creme eggs then place them all on a plate.
Three: Brush the creme egg croissants with the beaten egg.
Four: Air fry at 200C (400F) for 5 minutes until golden. Allow the pastries to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
💭 Expert tips
- Ensure that the creme eggs have been frozen for at least 2 hours prior to using them in the recipe. This helps them to hold their shape and not ooze out of the dough whilst in the air fryer.
- If you can't get hold of croissant dough, you can also try the recipe with ready-rolled puff pastry, cut into triangles.
🍴 Serving suggestions
Serve the air fryer creme egg croissants for an Easter-themed brunch with fresh berries and coffee.
They also make a tasty chocolate dessert with some mini egg ice cream on the side!
📖 Variations
- For a fun twist, try adding a small spoonful of raspberry jam or peanut butter to the croissant dough before adding the Cadbury Creme Egg.
- You can also try using different flavors of Cadbury Eggs, such as caramel or white chocolate creme egg.
- Top with a drizzle of chocolate syrup or melted chocolate for an extra chocolatey treat. You could also dust over some icing sugar before serving.
🥡 Storage
Store - the air fryer creme egg croissants are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheat - place in the air fryer or oven for a few minutes until heated through.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can definitely use homemade croissant dough if you prefer. Just make sure it's rolled out and cut into triangles as directed in the recipe.
These croissants are best eaten fresh, but you can prepare them ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before air frying. The creme eggs will thaw so they may be gooier in the middle.
Yes, you can freeze these croissants before air frying them. To freeze, place the unbaked croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer the croissants to a freezer-safe container or bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to bake, allow the croissants to defrost in the fridge and then air fry as directed in the recipe.
The croissants should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the Cadbury Creme Egg filling should be melted and gooey on the inside. The cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer you're using, so keep an eye on the croissants and adjust the cooking time as needed.
😋 More creme egg recipes
- Creme Egg Brownies
- Creme Egg Blondies
- Creme Egg Tiffin
- Slow Cooker Chocolate Creme Egg Pudding
- Easter Rocky Road
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Recipe
Air Fryer Creme Egg Croissants
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 Cadbury Creme Eggs frozen for at least 2 hours
- 350 g Chilled Croissant Dough Jus Roll for example
- 1 Egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400F).
- Unroll the croissant dough and cut into triangles along the marked lines.350 g Chilled Croissant Dough
- Take a creme egg and place at the long side of the triangle and roll up. Continue with the other creme eggs then place them all on a plate.6 Cadbury Creme Eggs
- Brush the creme egg croissants with the beaten egg.1 Egg
- Air fry for 5 minutes until golden. Allow the pastries to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure that the creme eggs have been frozen for at least 2 hours prior to using them in the recipe. This helps them to hold their shape and not ooze out of the dough whilst in the air fryer.
- If you can't get hold of croissant dough, you can also try the recipe with ready-rolled puff pastry, cut into triangles.
- For a fun twist, try adding a small spoonful of raspberry jam or peanut butter to the croissant dough before adding the Cadbury Creme Egg.
- You can also try using different flavors of Cadbury Eggs, such as caramel or white chocolate creme egg.
- Top with a drizzle of chocolate syrup or melted chocolate for an extra chocolatey treat. You could also dust over some icing sugar before serving.
Check out my eBook⭐Easy Air Fryer Recipes⭐ which includes 20 straightforward and easy-to-follow recipes for your air fryer. You'll be a pro at air fryer cooking in no time! Don't miss out, get your copy today!
Laura
Such a quick and easy breakfast treat. I'm going to make these air fryer croissants for my kids on Easter Sunday!