Flaky Raspberry Chocolate Croissant Rolls with Cream Cheese Filling
Buttery puff pastry filled with sweet cream cheese, fresh raspberries, and melted chocolate — baked until golden and flaky. A quick, show-stopping pastry perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Servings 6
Calories 280 kcal
For the Rolls:
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh raspberries or frozen, thawed and drained
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
For the Topping:
- 2 tbsp melted chocolate semi-sweet or dark
- 2 tbsp granola or streusel topping for crunch
Preheat Oven – Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Filling – In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Assemble Rolls – Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 6 equal rectangles. Spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on one end of each rectangle. Add 2–3 raspberries and a few chocolate chips.
Roll & Seal – Roll each piece tightly into a log, sealing the edges. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
Egg Wash & Bake – Brush rolls with beaten egg. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Drizzle & Top – Cool slightly, then drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with granola or streusel. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Tips & Variations
Use chilled puff pastry for best rise and flakiness.
Let rolls cool slightly before drizzling to prevent melting chocolate.
Avoid overfilling to keep pastry from bursting.
Variations:
Berry Mix: Try blueberries, strawberries, or blackberries.
Nutty Twist: Add chopped hazelnuts or almonds inside.
Lemon Zest: Mix lemon zest into cream cheese for a fresh flavor.
Vegan Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese and vegan puff pastry.
Storage & Reheating:
Room Temp: Store up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Fridge: Up to 4 days.
Reheat: In oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5–7 minutes to re-crisp.
Freeze: Freeze unbaked rolls; bake fresh when needed.
Keyword brunch treat, chocolate pastry, puff pastry dessert, raspberry croissant rolls