Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
3 unit

eggs

whisked

2 sheet

puff pastry

thawed

4 unit

ripe bananas

sliced

32 unit

semisweet chocolate batons

0.5 cup

granulated sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~3 min

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 3
~3 min

Whisk the eggs in a small bowl until evenly combined and set aside for egg wash.

Key Technique: Egg Wash
Step 4
~3 min

Peel and trim the pointed ends off each banana and discard.

Step 5
~3 min

Cut 1 banana crosswise into two 3-inch long slices, then cut each slice in half horizontally, to make four 3-inch long pieces.

Step 6
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining bananas.

Step 7
~3 min

Lay one sheet of puff pastry on a dry cutting board or a sheet of parchment paper.

Key Technique: Cutting
Step 8
~3 min

Ensure the longer sides of the sheet are at the top and bottom of the cutting board, and the shorter sides to the left and right.

Key Technique: Cutting
Step 9
~3 min

Using a pizza wheel and a ruler as guide, cut the sheet vertically into eight triangles in a zigzag pattern, each with a 3 1/2-inch base.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat with the second sheet of dough.

Step 11
~3 min

Position one triangle with the wide base closest to you and the point directed away from you.

Step 12
~3 min

Lightly brush the entire surface of the puff pastry with egg wash.

Key Technique: Egg Wash
Step 13
~3 min

Cut a small notch in the center of the base of the triangle and gently stretch apart.

Step 14
~3 min

Place two chocolate batons and one piece of banana about 1-inch from the base of the triangle.

Step 15
~3 min

Fold the dough over the banana and chocolate to secure, and continue to roll until you have a spiral of dough.

Step 16
~3 min

Gently transfer the shaped croissant to the prepared baking sheet, with the point of the triangle placed flat on the baking sheet (seam side down).

Step 17
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining triangles of dough.

Step 18
~3 min

Lightly brush the egg wash over the entire surface of each croissant.

Key Technique: Egg Wash
Step 19
~3 min

Sprinkle generously with about 1 tablespoon of sugar each.

Step 20
~3 min

Bake until well risen and a deep golden brown in color, about 40 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking.

Step 21
~3 min

Let the croissants cool on the baking sheet until warm enough to handle.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure puff pastry is cold before cutting to prevent sticking.

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.

Brush with egg wash for a golden-brown finish.

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate batons.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France (inspired)

Cultural Significance

A simplified version of the classic French croissant.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert
Weekend Baking

Popularity Score

75/100