Cookie Croissant Thanksgiving Bites (Printable Version)

Mini croissants with cookie dough, pecans, and caramel offer a gooey, golden treat ideal for fall gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastries

01 - 8 mini croissants

→ Filling

02 - 7 ounces ready-to-bake cookie dough, chocolate chip or preferred flavor

→ Toppings

03 - 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
04 - 4 tablespoons caramel sauce

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice each mini croissant horizontally, leaving one edge attached to form a hinge.
03 - Form 1-tablespoon balls of cookie dough and insert one ball into each croissant.
04 - Press chopped pecans gently onto the exposed cookie dough in each croissant.
05 - Transfer stuffed croissants to the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 10–12 minutes until croissants are golden and cookie dough is set.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
08 - Drizzle each croissant bite with caramel sauce before serving.

# Important Notes:

01 - Use homemade or store-bought cookie dough as preferred; chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, or sugar cookie are all suitable.
02 - For an extra savory touch, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt over the caramel drizzle.
03 - Best enjoyed warm, but can be reheated in the oven if needed.
04 - Pairs well with coffee or spiced cider for seasonal gatherings.

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