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Tiramisu Croissant – Lighter Italian Pastry

Buttery croissant meets creamy tiramisu filling in this elegant snack that delivers café indulgence without the guilt. Our Fat Switch swaps heavy mascarpone cream for Greek yogurt and reduces butter, cutting 40% of calories while keeping every layer of flavor intact.

25m

Prep Time

18m

Cook Time

Servings

312

Calories

22g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 2 large butter croissants (store-bought, ~90g each)
✓ 1 tbsp butter, melted
✓ 1 tbsp light coconut oil
✓ 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
✓ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
✓ Pinch of sea salt
✓ 1 tbsp strong brewed espresso, cooled
✓ 150g plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2% fat)
✓ 30g mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
✓ 2 tbsp espresso or strong cold brew coffee
✓ 1.5 tbsp powdered sugar

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brew the Espresso Base: Brew 2 tbsp strong espresso and let cool to room temperature. This is your tiramisu soak—strong flavor is key.

2. Make the Filling: Whisk together Greek yogurt, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and 2 tbsp cooled espresso until smooth and mousse-like. Fold in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Croissants: Carefully slice each croissant horizontally to create a top and bottom layer, leaving a 1cm hinge on one side so it opens like a book. Be gentle to avoid tearing the flaky layers.

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4. Brush with Coffee Mixture: Mix 1 tbsp cooled espresso with 0.5 tsp honey. Lightly brush the inside surfaces of each croissant with this coffee mixture—this adds moisture and depth without soaking.

5. Fill the Croissants: Divide the tiramisu filling equally between the two croissants, spreading evenly on both the bottom and top layers. Use about 3 tbsp per croissant.

6. Toast for Flakiness: Preheat oven to 190°C. Place filled croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden and filling is warmed through (do not overheat or mascarpone will separate).

7. Final Cocoa Dust: Remove from oven and immediately dust the top of each croissant with 0.5 tbsp cocoa powder while warm. Let cool for 2 minutes before serving.

8. Serve & Enjoy: Transfer to plates and serve immediately while croissant is still warm and filling is creamy. Pair with an espresso or cappuccino.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories312 kcal

Protein22g

Carbohydrates48g

Fat10g

🏷️ Tags

#low-calorie tiramisu pastry#healthy croissant recipes#Greek yogurt desserts

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