Croissants are beloved for their bouncy, flaky, airy texture — crumbling apart in decadent buttery layers with every bite of pastry. But the latest croissant trend is a lot less, well, SOFT.
Flat croissants are trending online—and, well, everywhere. And, uh, it’s an unusual treat. Unlike a regular croissant, this sweet treat is crunchy and can be dipped in sweet cream and topped with toppings of your choice!
The flat croissant trend surfaced at bakeries in Seoul last year, and TikTok soon caught on. Soon enough, creators started sharing tutorials on where to find the viral treat and all its gourmet variations — and how to replicate the trend at home!
The technique starts with flattening a fresh croissant with a rolling pin or a heavy press, then coating it in butter and sugar or honey, before baking or pan-frying the two-dimensional treat.
More like a thin, buttery cookie, often served with frosting or other toppings, the social media sensation has now made it Stateside — at countless bakeries!
No flat croissant in your area? The good news is any plain croissant can be turned into a flat croissant using the TikTok tried-and-true method and you can let your creativity run wild with toppings and flavors.