These Salted Caramel Croissants are flaky, buttery, golden, and filled with luscious caramel flavor. A drizzle of homemade salted caramel adds the perfect balance of sweet and salty, making these croissants a wonderful breakfast treat, brunch pastry, or elegant dessert.

Ingredients

For the Croissants

• 8 fresh or day-old croissants
• ½ cup salted caramel sauce
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or almonds, optional
• Flaky sea salt, for topping

For the Salted Caramel Sauce

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Salted Caramel

1. Place the sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook without stirring until it begins to melt around the edges.
2. Gently swirl the pan as the sugar melts until it becomes a smooth amber-colored caramel.
3. Carefully add the butter a little at a time, whisking continuously. The mixture will bubble vigorously.
4. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking. Continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the sea salt and vanilla extract.
6. Let the caramel cool slightly. It will thicken as it cools.

Prepare the Croissants

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, without cutting completely through.
3. Spread a generous spoonful of salted caramel inside each croissant.
4. Place the croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Brush the tops lightly with melted butter.
6. Bake for 8–12 minutes, until warmed through and lightly crisp on the outside.
7. Remove from the oven and drizzle with additional salted caramel.
8. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and a small pinch of flaky sea salt if desired.

Tips for the Best Salted Caramel Croissants

• Use good-quality fresh croissants for the flakiest texture.
• Don’t let the caramel become too dark, or it can develop a bitter taste.
• Be extremely careful when adding butter and cream to hot caramel because the mixture will bubble rapidly.
• Allow the caramel to cool slightly before filling the croissants so it doesn’t become too runny.
• For an extra-indulgent version, add a few pieces of dark chocolate inside the croissants before baking.

Serving Ideas

Serve these croissants warm with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. They’re especially delicious with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.

For a beautiful finishing touch, drizzle warm salted caramel over the croissants just before serving and add a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

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