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If there is one thing that makes a summer barbecue feel extra special, it is ending it with these Grilled Strawberry Nutella Croissants. This grilled dessert comes together in just three minutes and tastes like something you would order at a fancy brunch spot.
Buttery, flaky croissants straight off the grill, slathered with rich chocolate hazelnut spread, piled high with fresh strawberries, and finished with a cloud of whipped cream.
It started with those beautiful buttery croissants from Costco, a jar of our favorite hazelnut spread, and a carton of fresh strawberries, and somehow this magical combination was born.
And can we talk about Costco for a second? You walk in for croissants and walk out having spent three times your budget on dark chocolate blueberry quinoa crisps and things you absolutely did not need but cannot live without. Just us? Didn’t think so.
Ingredients For Grilled Strawberry Nutella Croissants
You only need five ingredients for these grilled Nutella croissants, and every single one of them pulls serious weight in this recipe.
- Croissants:Â The buttery, flaky base of this whole dessert. A good quality croissant makes all the difference here, so splurge on the bakery ones if you can.
- Salted Butter:Â A light smear on each half before grilling gives the croissant those gorgeous golden grill marks and an extra layer of rich, buttery flavor. Unsalted butter also works in a pinch.
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread:Â The star of the show. Spread generously over the warm, grilled croissant so it melts into every flaky layer, for that dreamy, indulgent chocolate-hazelnut flavor.
- Strawberries:Â Fresh, juicy, and sliced thin for the perfect bright and fruity contrast to the rich chocolate spread. Use the ripest berries you can find.
- Whipped Cream (optional):Â The finishing touch. Light, airy, and the perfect cool contrast to the warm grilled croissant.
Five ingredients, three minutes, and one completely unforgettable dessert. You are welcome.
How to Make Nutella Strawberry Croissants
This is honestly one of the easiest recipes on the entire blog, and it might also be one of the best. Here is all you have to do.
- Heat:Â Preheat your grill over medium heat so it is ready to go.
- Butter:Â Spread a very light coat of butter over the cut side of each croissant half.
- Grill:Â Place the croissants face down on the grill and cook for one to two minutes until golden brown grill marks appear.
- Top:Â Quickly spread the chocolate hazelnut spread over the warm croissants, pile on the sliced strawberries and whipped cream, then place the other half on top and optionally finish with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
That is truly it. Three minutes and you have the most incredible grilled dessert of your entire summer.
Substitutions and Variations For Strawberry Nutella Croissants
- Croissants:Â Any good-quality bakery croissant works here. Mini croissants are a fun option for a party when you want individual bite-sized servings.
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread:Â Nutella is the classic, but any chocolate hazelnut spread works beautifully. Peanut butter or cookie butter is also incredible if you want to switch things up.
- Strawberries:Â Raspberries, sliced bananas, or a mix of fresh summer berries are all wonderful toppings here.
- Whipped Cream:Â Store-bought whipped cream works perfectly, but if you have five extra minutes, homemade fresh whipped cream takes this completely over the top.
Storage Instructions For Strawberry Nutella Croissants
These Nutella Strawberry Grilled Croissants are absolutely best enjoyed immediately. The chocolate hazelnut spread gets all warm and melty, and the whipped cream is fresh. If you have leftovers, cover and store them in the fridge.
I recommend storing the toppings separately and assembling them fresh for the best texture. I do not recommend freezing assembled croissants as the whipped cream and berries do not hold up once frozen.
These Grilled Strawberry Nutella Croissants are the three-minute dessert that is going to completely steal the show at every single summer gathering. Simple, stunning, and absolutely irresistible! This is one of those recipes you will find yourself making on repeat all season long.