A decadent mashup of flaky croissant-waffles, creamy cheesecake filling, and edible cookie dough—this viral dessert is crispy, gooey, and utterly irresistible!
Why You’ll Obsess Over These
🔥 Best textures ever – Crispy croffle edges + melty cheesecake center + chewy cookie dough.
🍦 Customizable – Add ice cream, fruit, or chocolate sauce for extra luxury.
⏱ Ready in 15 mins – Uses store-bought dough for ease!
Ingredients
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1 tube croissant dough (or homemade)
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4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ cup edible eggless cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Optional toppings:
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Vanilla ice cream
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Caramel sauce
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Crushed Oreos
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Fresh berries
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Cheesecake Filling
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Whip together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
2. Make the Croffles
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Preheat a waffle iron to medium-high.
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Unroll croissant dough and press 1-2 triangles into the iron (trim if needed).
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Cook for 2-3 mins until golden and crisp.
3. Fill & Drizzle
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While warm, spoon cheesecake filling into the center.
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Top with cookie dough chunks and a drizzle of caramel (if using).
4. Serve Immediately
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Add a scoop of ice cream or dust with powdered sugar for extra magic!
Pro Tips
🔸 Don’t overfill – Too much cheesecake can make croffles soggy.
🔸 Use Pillsbury dough – It’s buttery and bakes perfectly in waffle irons.
🔸 No waffle iron? Use a panini press or skillet (flatten with a spatula).
Variations
🍫 Nutella-Stuffed – Swap cheesecake for chocolate-hazelnut spread.
🍓 Berry Bliss – Top with macerated strawberries.
🥥 Tropical Twist – Add coconut flakes and mango chunks.
Serving Ideas
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Brunch showstopper – Pair with coffee or mimosas.
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Date night dessert – Serve with champagne.
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Midnight snack – Because why not?
Final Thought
These croffles are pure indulgence—think cronut-meets-waffle-meets-cheesecake. Perfect for when you want dessert fast but still fancy!
More Viral Desserts to Try:
🍩 Cinnamon Roll Waffles
🧇 Churro Croffles
🍞 Biscoff-Stuffed French Toast