Picture this: the smell of buttery puff pastry wafting through your kitchen, chocolate melting into gooey perfection, and a tray of golden mini croissants just begging to be devoured.
Sounds like a dream, right? Well, let me tell you—it’s a reality you can whip up in no time, and the secret weapon? Your air fryer.
The best part? You only need three ingredients to make these magical treats: puff pastry, chocolate, and eggs.
Last week, when my kids asked for an impromptu playdate, I had zero time to prep but still wanted to impress their friends.
These flaky, chocolate-filled bites saved the day—and quickly became the highlight of the afternoon.
Whether you’re hosting friends, treating yourself, or just looking for an excuse to use your air fryer (because why not?), this recipe is the ultimate easy win.
Trust me, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat—and they disappear faster than you can say “pass the chocolate!”
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Ingredients (Makes 7 Mini Croissants):
- 1 sheet of butter puff pastry
- 1 milk chocolate bar
- 2 eggs
How to Make Mini Chocolate Croissants
Start by unrolling your sheet of puff pastry. You’ll want to lay it flat on the countertop (or a cutting board) and let it soften just slightly.
This makes it easier to handle without tearing. Now, using a knife or pizza cutter, slice the pastry into triangles.
I like to imagine I’m creating tiny pie slices—they don’t have to be perfect, just enough to wrap around the chocolate.
Next comes the chocolate (and the part where I have to resist “taste-testing”).
Break the chocolate bar into squares and place two pieces at the widest end of each triangle.
This ensures you’ll get a perfectly melty chocolate center in every bite.
Here’s the fun part: rolling the croissants. Start at the wide end of the triangle and roll it up tightly around the chocolate, working your way to the narrow tip.
The shape should look like a tiny crescent when you’re done—adorable and ready to shine.
Now it’s time to prep the croissants for their golden moment. Beat the two eggs in a small bowl and grab a pastry brush.
Lightly brush the tops of each croissant with the egg wash.
This step is key to getting that beautiful, golden-brown finish that makes these look like they came straight from a bakery.
Finally, place the croissants in your air fryer. Set the temperature to 350°F and let them cook for 12 minutes.
The smell of buttery pastry and chocolate melting together will fill your kitchen—it’s pure heaven.
When the timer beeps, carefully remove the croissants.
They’ll be golden, flaky, and irresistibly tempting. Let them cool for just a minute before serving (or risk melted chocolate everywhere—don’t ask me how I know).
As soon as those croissants came out of the air fryer, golden and smelling like buttery heaven, the kitchen turned into a gathering spot.
The kids were practically buzzing with excitement—and so was our “assistant.”
These mini chocolate croissants prove that sometimes the simplest recipes can be the most satisfying.
Whether you’re making them for a playdate, a party, or just a quiet moment with a cup of coffee, they’re the kind of treat that feels a little fancy but takes almost no effort (our favorite kind of recipe, just sayin’).
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Love, Mia.
Air Fryer Mini Chocolate Croissants with Puff Pastry
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of butter puff pastry
- 1 milk chocolate bar
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Prep the Puff Pastry: Unroll the puff pastry and let it soften slightly. Lay it flat on a countertop or cutting board.
- Cut the Triangles: Use a knife or pizza cutter to slice the puff pastry into triangles. Aim for shapes large enough to wrap around the chocolate.
- Add the Chocolate: Break the chocolate bar into squares. Place two pieces of chocolate at the widest end of each triangle.
- Roll the Croissants: Starting at the wide end, roll the puff pastry tightly around the chocolate to form a crescent shape.
- Apply the Egg Wash: Beat the eggs in a small bowl. Use a pastry brush to lightly coat the tops of the croissants with the egg wash.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Place the croissants in your air fryer. Set the temperature to 350°F and cook for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the croissants cool slightly before serving. They’ll be flaky, melty, and absolutely irresistible!