The Viral Candied Croissants 2 Ways

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Croissants (store‑bought, preferably buttery and flaky)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened for easy spreading; divided for honey and cinnamon versions)
• 2 tablespoons Honey (light, floral honey works best)
• 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (packed; for cinnamon version)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (freshly ground for best aroma)

Instructions

1. Flatten the Croissants

   Place each croissant on a clean surface and gently press with a rolling pin or the palm of your hand until it is about 1/4‑inch thick, keeping the shape intact.

   Time: PT2M

2. Butter the Flattened Croissants

   Spread 2 Tbsp softened butter evenly over each flattened croissant, covering the entire surface.

   Time: PT2M

3. Preheat the Skillet

   Place the non‑stick skillet over medium heat and let it warm for about 1 minute.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Honey‑Glazed Version – Cook First Side

   Lay one buttered croissant in the skillet, drizzle 1 Tbsp honey over the top, and let it cook until the honey bubbles and begins to crystallize, about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Honey‑Glazed Version – Flip and Finish

   Carefully flip the croissant with the spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until the honey caramelizes and the edges turn golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

6. Cinnamon‑Sugar Version – Make the Sweet Roux

   In a small saucepan, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium heat, add 2 Tbsp brown sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon, stirring until the mixture bubbles and turns glossy, about 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

7. Cinnamon‑Sugar Version – Coat the Croissant

   Add the second buttered, flattened croissant to the saucepan, toss or swirl so the sweet roux coats the surface, then cook 1‑2 minutes per side until the sugar caramelizes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

8. Cool and Serve

   Transfer the finished croissants to a plate and let them cool for 2 minutes before serving so the glaze sets.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

340

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

32 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

1 g