Bournville Croissant Cookies Flaky Layers Meet Deep Chocolate Chunks
Written by deepali verma | October 12, 2025
Have you ever noticed how food trends come in waves, suddenly dominating your feed? In 2024, one of them had everyone abuzz: croissant cookies, or as the internet prefers to call them, the "crookie." A Paris bakery first introduced this concept, and soon TikTok made it an obsession. The concept is simple: cookie dough-filled croissants, baked to golden brown, with the interior dough softening and becoming gooey. But the outcome is pure magic.
For the Indian household, where snack time with tea or weekend family time usually serves as a treat, this recipe is ideal. The beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity. All it takes are two ingredients: croissants and cookie dough, and you can have something warm, gooey, and impressive in under half an hour. With the added charm of deep and slightly dark Bournville chips, suddenly the humble croissant cookie seems like a luxurious dessert.
No kneading, no waiting for dough to rise, no hassle. This is a recipe that will appeal to busy parents, college students, or anyone with a chocolate craving and no time for lengthy steps. It's fun, simple, and completely satisfying
Recipe for Croissant Cookies with Bournville Chips
Ingredients:
4 store-bought croissants or homemade
1 cup pre-made cookie dough or homemade (preferably chocolate chip)
½ cup dark chocolate chips of Bournville
1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional, to dust)
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut each croissant in half lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Press small amounts of cookie dough between the palms of your hands until thin and pliable. Put three-fourths of the dough neatly within the croissant, then close it neatly to retain the layers. Press the other third over the croissant for a second to create a cookie cap. Spread Bournville chips liberally, allowing some to remain in place and others to stay on top. Place the croissants on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden and the cookie dough has set with a delicate crust. Remove and let stand 5 minutes on the sheet. Transfer to a rack, if desired, dust lightly with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
7 Variations, Tips, and Substitutions to Try
1. The Nutty Indulgence
Replace half the Bournville chips with chopped almonds, cashews, or walnuts. The nuts create balance with the richness of the chocolate, adding a pleasing crunch, for festive events such as housewarmings or Thanksgivings, pistachios with Bournville chips form a festive and celebratory croissant cookie that is rich in appearance and flavor without any extra work.
2. Fruity Twist
Including dried cranberries, raisins, or diced apricots within the cookie dough adds a natural sweetness that complements the dark chocolate so nicely. It is particularly helpful when cutting down on refined sugar but retaining some semblance of sweetness that can be perceived as wholesome. Seasonal Indian fruits, such as mango or guava (in their dried state), can also be tried.
3. Vegan-Friendly Substitute
Plant-based croissants are now readily available in bakeries. Combine these with dairy-free cookie dough and vegan dark chocolate chips for a version that's completely dairy and egg-free. Coconut oil-based doughs make a good choice here, and the Bournville chips already meet vegan tastes in most instances.
4. Festive Indian Style
To make a festival-ready batch, add a pinch of cardamom powder into the cookie dough before baking. You don't require much, only to imbue the sweet with a warm, aromatic boost. This turns croissant cookies with Bournville chips immediately in step with festive platters, sitting cozily alongside mithai platters.
5. Caramel Love
If you’re someone who enjoys caramel notes, drizzle a spoon of salted caramel over the baked cookies before serving. The pairing of Bournville chips with the buttery sweetness of caramel creates a balance that feels indulgent but not overbearing. A sprinkle of sea salt on top enhances the contrast even further.
6. Mini Croissant Cookies
For bite-sized servings, use mini croissants instead of full-size ones. These are particularly convenient for parties, kids' tiffins, or even as tea-time snacks. The reduced size will result in less bake time, about 8 to 10 minutes, but the beauty is that they are easy to share and portion out without a fuss.
7. The Healthier Turn
For those with an eye for excess, substitute the all-purpose flour cookie dough with a whole-wheat or oat flour version. Half the sugar and allow the Bournville chips to provide most of the sweetness. Add a spoonful of flax meal to the dough to increase fibre, while still providing the same indulgent mouthfeel of the traditional recipe.