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    Home » Recipes

    Quick & Easy Festive Holiday Croissants

    November 24, 2020 *Updated* December 13, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 104 Comments

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    Festive Holiday Croissants are perfect for an easy Christmas brunch idea. The colors of the season in both taste and appearance.

    Filled crescent rolls with pistachios, cranberries and drizzled with white chocolate. These Christmas croissants are sure to be a hit. You will want to make these holiday cream cheese pinwheels too.

    Holiday croissant on a plate.

    Ok, the holiday season is officially here. Have you started shopping (or even thought about it)? What about all that holiday baking, do you have a favourite gingerbread cookie recipe?

    Although things may be a little different this year, I am getting into the holiday spirit even earlier than before. I have already made 2 batches of my holiday granola.

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    The outside lights are up (and lit). The house is half decorated, and the tree is going up this weekend. The stockings will be hung, and the Christmas baking will begin.

    Before we know it, we will be consumed by all the holiday festivities. You know, your “to-do” list will just keep getting longer and longer, and you will wonder if you will get it all done in time.

    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for these stuffed croissants can be found at the bottom of this post.

    Croissant dough with filling before getting rolled.

    Do you have a traditional Christmas breakfast recipe? For us, Christmas Morning Sandwiches are a MUST. A tradition for many, many years. Now even the grandkids get excited to eat them.

    Christmas Croissants For Brunch

    Who doesn’t love fresh-baked croissants? The aroma alone gets your mouth watering. Now just imagine a croissant filled with holiday flavours, then drizzled with white chocolate. Red, green, and white just like the colours of Christmas.

    These little gems are perfect for brunch, and they make a quick and easy dessert too. You will need:

    • crescent rolls
    • pistachios
    • dried cranberries
    • white chocolate

    One of my favourite holiday cookies are Oatmeal Cranberry . I could eat the whole batch myself. The flavour combination is great, and they freeze well too. Easier to hide away from early cookie stealers!!

    Taking my cookie recipe and turning it into a roll was such a great idea. So simple to make, and oh so delicious to eat. You will have a hard time just eating one, but hey it’s the holidays….that’s what all the gym memberships in January are for right?

    Filled crescent rolls on a baking sheet ready for the oven.

    Making Filled Crescent Rolls

    With the help of that cute little Pillsbury doughboy, take some stress off yourself. Of course, if you really want to, by all means, prepare the dough crescent roll dough from scratch.

    Pick up a can of biscuit dough while you are shopping. These Breakfast Biscuits are a hit in my house. Loaded with bacon and eggs, these are baked in a muffin tin. Perfect for any meal of the day.

    Baked croissants getting drizzled with icing.
    • Preheat the oven
    • Prepare a baking sheet
    • Unwrap the dough
    • Sprinkle on the nuts and cranberries
    • Roll
    • Bake
    • When cool, drizzle with melted white chocolate
    • Decorate with sprinkles (optional)
    • ENJOY!!
    3 baked holiday rolls on a plate.

    Recipe Tips

    Not a fan of pistachios? No problem, feel free to use any nuts you like. Some great choices would be:

    • almonds
    • walnuts
    • hazelnuts
    • cashews

    Dried cranberries not your thing? You have other options like:

    • raisins
    • blueberries
    • figs
    • dates
    • apricots

    Are you a white chocolate lover or hater? Looking for an alternative? Try:

    • milk or dark chocolate
    • peanut butter
    • Nutella
    • icing sugar glaze

    However ever you wish to make these stuffed croissants, I assure you they will be delicious.

    Be sure to pair them with a holiday drink too. Like an eggnog latte, a holiday tea.

    FAQ

    Can you freeze croissants?

    Yes,  freeze them in an airtight container, or freezer bag.

    How to keep croissants fresh?

    Store them at room temperature and consume within 2 days. I like to place mine in a sealed container.

    Close up shot of croissant cut open showing the filling inside.

    Need a few more holiday recipe ideas?

    Tourtiere is a MUST for many French Canadians. This Lentil Tourtiere is healthy version of the classic dish. Even the meat lovers devour this.

    Boozy Bourbon Fudge is a great addition to the sweet tray. Makes a great food gift idea.

    Popcorn Balls are sure to be hit with kids of all ages. These are super cute with the holiday sprinkles.

    Have some hard to buy people on your gift list? Check out these edible Christmas gift ideas.

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    Quick & Easy Festive Holiday Croissants are perfect for weekend brunches. Filled with pistachios, cranberries and drizzled with white chocolate, they represent the colours of the holiday in taste and appearance. | homemadeandyummy.com

    Christmas Holiday Croissants

    Perfect for the holiday brunches. These Christmas Croissants come together in minutes.
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    Course: Breakfast &amp, Brunch, Seasonal
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: Christmas, Holiday Brunch
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 123kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 2 rolls of Pillsbury Grand Crescents (4 per roll)
    • 1 cup dried cranberries
    • 1 cup roasted pistachios (chopped)
    • 4 ounces white chocolate (melted for drizzle)
    • 2 tablespoons decorating sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375º F.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment.
    • Unwrap rolls.
    • Sprinkle each roll pistachios and cranberries.
    • Roll into croissants and place on baking sheet.
    • Sprinkle with sugar, slightly tap with finger to stick on dough.
    • Bake for 15-17 minutes.
    • Remove from oven, cool slightly.
    • Place on cooling rack.
    • Melt chocolate and place in piping bag.
    • Drizzle over each croissant.
    • ENJOY!!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Natalie

      December 07, 2020 at 5:03 am

      I love croissants, even when they are plain without any filling… but THIS! Oh, my… that filling with pistachios and dried fruits… what an idea! Sounds so delicious! I must make this for Christmas. Lovely idea!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:04 am

        Thanks so much. They are a hit in our house during the holidays.

    2. Sam

      December 07, 2020 at 1:21 am

      These croissants look and sound amazing. I love croissants but have yet to put a holiday twist on them. Will have to add this to my holiday baking list.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:05 am

        These are super easy and so delicious.

    3. Neha

      December 06, 2020 at 10:39 pm

      Thought of making croissants from scratch always made me pull my hair apart, lol. These rolls will come in handy and thank you for all the flavor variants. So trying them out!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:05 am

        YES this is an easy fix with amazing results. ENJOY!

    4. Laura Arteaga

      December 06, 2020 at 4:00 pm

      Love the idea of mixing pistachios with white chocolate, is just such a delicious combination. Can’t wait to try this recipe during Christmas!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:07 am

        These holiday croissants are so easy to make. Holiday perfect.

    5. Tracy

      December 06, 2020 at 1:28 am

      These were so easy to make but tasted like I worked WAY harder! Lol. My family was SO impressed – thank you!!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:07 am

        Just the kind of recipe we need for the holidays. So glad you enjoyed them.

    6. Tara

      December 06, 2020 at 12:03 am

      What a genius idea! I can’t wait to make these with my nephews this Holiday Season. I know they will love it!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 08, 2020 at 9:07 am

        These are always a hit. I am sure you will enjoy them too.

    7. Cindy

      December 05, 2020 at 3:17 am

      Such a great idea! I never thought to make holiday-themed croissants and the white chocolate + pistachios combination is just SO GOOD. I’m making another batch to enjoy as weekday breakfasts!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        December 05, 2020 at 11:12 am

        I know, these are super easy and super delicious, not to mention festive too.

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