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Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

The hottest street food in Korea is croissant waffles, A.K.A croffle, the subject of my most recent fascination. For those unable to travel to Korea,  I thought I would make a replica of this delectable treat at home.

What are Croffles?

Croffles are a mix of waffles and croissants. Essentially, they are croissants pressed inside a waffle maker to make them look like a waffle. Think of a waffle with several layers of flaky dough and a nice, crispy outside. It’s a mix of songs nobody asked for, but it works great!

Croffles are one of the most popular new breakfast foods. They are flaky, buttery, and just sweet enough. Croffles are a cross between croissants and waffles. The inside is soft and chewy, and the outside is crunchy.

Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

What you’ll need to make the best Croffle 

Croissant dough: As long as you begin with premade croissant dough, making croissants is easy. You’ll need croissants that haven’t been cooked to make these croffles (you can buy frozen and thaw them yourself). If you could consider the frying spray used to oil your waffle machine as an ingredient, it would be the only other thing you would need.

However, you may try rubbing melted butter over the grates for something even richer. Consider Pillsbury, or if you want something better, croissant dough that hasn’t been baked from a nearby bakery. Here, even puff pastry would be effective! If you’re feeling very ambitious, go ahead and create your own!

Your preferred fillings and toppings:  Butter, honey, or even Nutella can be used as a filling. To make the exterior of the croffle golden brown, once it is cooked, the croissant dough can be rolled in sugar. Either brown sugar or white granulated sugar may be used. See my complete list of recommended toppings and fillings below.

A waffle maker: Obviously, this is a necessity.

Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

How to Make Croffles

Get the waffle maker ready.

The waffle maker should be preheated before use and greased with cooking spray or butter.

Fill the dough

To prevent sticking, carefully dust your surface as you roll out the puff pastry or crescent dough. Don’t overfill them; instead, load them with your preferred fillings.

Starting with the broad end of the triangle dough, carefully roll each triangle. (If you prefer not to fill your croffles, just put the croissant dough to your waffle iron once it has thawed, and press.)

Bake the Croffle

Close the cover of the waffle iron after placing the dough in its center. Check the croffle to see if it is fully cooked after baking the dough for around 2 minutes. If necessary, cook it longer. Even though croissants are delicious, it is unpleasant to bite into unbaked croissant dough.

Croffle Toppings

You can top them with “whipped cream and fruit, yogurt and berries, or honey and nut butter if you prefer a sweet croffle. Additionally, you might use ice cream, melted chocolate, powdered sugar, preserves, or powder. For a lavish breakfast, the croffle might also be served with ham, cheese, and an egg. 

Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

Fillings and Toppings for Croffle

For a sweet variation

Pour some maple syrup, date syrup, or honey (not older than one year) on top if you’d like. For older children and adults, garnish with whipped cream and powdered sugar to replicate the look of upscale bakeries. My favorite combination is mine with ice cream!

  • Fruit and Ricotta ( use strawberries, blueberries, apples, or other fresh fruit you like)
  • Yogurt
  • Whipped cream with sugar powder
  • Fresh berries and cream cheese
  • Apple curd
  • Nut Butter with Banana, apple, strawberries, sweet potatoes, or shredded carrots
  • Sweet potatoes mashed with cinnamon.
  • Jam and powdered or coarsely chopped seeds or nuts (hemp seeds, flax seeds, chia seeds, etc.)

For Savory Croffle

  • Ham and eggs and cheese
  • Beans and cheese
  • Eggs and cheese
  • Shredded chicken with cheese
  • Hummus with carrots
  • Hummus with cucumber

Storing Croffles

Croffles can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days if placed in an airtight container.

I suggest flash freezing for freezing. Once completely frozen, transfer to a bag or container that may be stored in the freezer for up to two months. In the refrigerator, thaw overnight.

Reheating Croffle

Reheat in the toaster or toaster oven until crisp and heated all the way through. These work fantastically in lunch boxes!

Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffle)

This croffle, or croissant waffle, is delicious and simple to prepare. They may be adapted countless ways to serve as a wholesome breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 croissant dough pack
  • 4 Tbsp of fillings of your choice

Instructions

  • Heat the waffle maker. Depending on your waffle iron, you might need to use oil to grease the waffle plates.
  • To prevent sticking, carefully dust your surface as you roll out the puff pastry or crescent dough. You may fill with any fillings you choose.
  • Work with the wider end of the triangle dough and carefully roll each triangle.
  • Add croissants to the waffle maker one at a time, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.

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Homemade Croffle Recipe (Croissant Waffles)

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Pollo Asado Chipotle Copycat Recipe

Pollo Asado Chipotle Copycat Recipe

Copycat Chipotle Pollo Asado is one of the tastiest grilled chicken recipes I’ve made recently. This chicken is flavorful and tender with lime and orange juice in a chipotle-based marinade.

Fans of Chipotle Mexican Grill will recall that the chain finally introduced a fresh chicken option to its menu in 2022 after 30 years. This must be a really special and tasty chicken meal. The chicken in this copycat recipe is juicy and delicate, with a smokey taste and a touch of spice.

The chicken is not only delicious but also quite simple to prepare. The marinade may be made ahead of time in a food processor or blender and needs no special attention. Marinating the chicken in the fridge overnight will make for a flavorful grilled meal the following day.

Fun Fact on Chipotle: Free burrito coins (and cards) are available! The coins are extremely rare, and nobody knows how to obtain them other than by purchasing them on eBay for $35. At that price, you’d be better off buying the burrito yourself.

What is Pollo Asado?

Pollo Asado is a traditional Mexican cuisine that consists of chicken marinated with Pollo Asado spice, grilled, and served with salsa, lime, and tortillas. Chipotle Mexican Grill’s version in the United States is created with chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant, boldly flavored marinade and topped with fresh squeezed lime juice and cilantro.

Pollo Asado Chipotle Copycat Recipe

Ingredients for Pollo Asado

Meal planning is a breeze with this recipe for chicken Asado! Make enough chicken to last the whole week and serve it with rice, salsa, and your preferred taco toppings!

Additionally, the marinade may be made, and the chicken can be frozen once it has been marinated. I adore keeping a couple of freezer-stocked batches of marinated Pollo Asado for quick weekday dinners!

Chicken Thighs (or Chicken Breasts) –  Pollo Asado may be made with any cut of chicken, but my personal preference is boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts. They are ideal for shredding into bite-sized pieces to use with tacos and burrito bowls.

Garlic – Fresh garlic is used in large quantities to make the marinade that gives this chicken its distinctive garlic taste.

Onions –  The onion has to be quartered after peeling, then the ingredients are added to a food processor or blender. 

Orange and Lime Juice – The marinade’s distinctive citrus taste is created by combining orange and lime juice, which goes particularly well with the smokey chipotle chiles in adobo.

Cilantro – Cilantro gives the marinade a freshness and can be left out if you’re not a fan.

Chipotle peppers in adobo –  sneaky kitchen substance: chipotle peppers in adobo! Add some chipotle chiles in adobo to a marinade to enhance the taste. They are spicy and richly smoked in taste. They also give the marinade a lovely reddish-orange hue.

Harissa Seasoning – Another secret weapon to increase the flavor of this Pollo Asado. 

Smoked Paprika – I adore smoked paprika because it gives food a smokey taste right away without having to cook or barbeque it first. Since the chicken may be air-fried or pan-fried without losing the distinctive grilled flavor, this is an excellent marinade for use all year round.

Oregano – If you can get Mexican oregano, I suggest using that kind. Any dried oregano will do because it has a deeper, earthier taste.

Cumin – Cumin is a deep, rustic spice that is frequently used in Mexican cuisine.

Salt & pepper – Last but not least, right? You can’t make any chicken dish without seasoning it with salt and pepper. 🙂

How to Make Chipotle Pollo Asado

For the Marinade:

Step 1: Blend, process, or use a big bowl and a handheld immersion mixer to purée all the marinade ingredients. Blend the ingredients until the sauce is smooth and the mixture is uniform.

Step 2: Place the chicken thighs or chicken breasts and marinate in a big, airtight container or Ziploc bag. Mix until the marinade is uniformly distributed over the chicken.

Step 3: Place in the refrigerator, then leave the marinade ideally for up to 24 hours, and at least 4 hours if you’re in a hurry. 

For Grilling Chicken:

Step 1: Set the grill to 350° to 400°F. Apply olive oil to the grill.

Step 2: Grill the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes, turning once, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 3: Serve and enjoy; not really a cooking step, but it’s my favorite step. 🙂

Is Pollo Asado Too Spicy?

You can adjust this recipe’s spice level to suit your personal preference. Despite this, classic Pollo Asado can be a little spicy. Adding citrus notes will significantly reduce the spice content, and the amount of heat is negligible for most.

Add more citrus than what is called for in the recipe if you want to skip the spice completely.

Pollo Asado Chipotle

Additional Ways to Make Pollo Assado

Chipotle Pollo Asado in an Air-fryer

Step 1: Apply olive oil to the air fryer basket.

Step 2: Fill the air fryer basket with the previously marinated chicken.

Step 3: For 8 minutes, air-fried the chicken at 400 °F. Flip the chicken over after turning the air fryer on. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes or until it reaches 165°F internally. Enjoy!

Chipotle Pollo Asado – Pan-Seared 

Step 1: Place some olive oil in a pan that can be used for grilling and set it over medium heat.

Step 2: The chicken and the marinade should be added when the pan is heated. To prevent the chicken from drying out, sear it in the remaining sauce.

Step 3: Sear for 5 minutes, turn, and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 4: After the chicken is cooked, use the sauce left in the pan to dress the chicken. This adds more flavor and helps keep the chicken moist. Add a little water if the sauce dries up in the pan while you’re searing the chicken.

A Guide to the Perfect Pollo Asado

  • Marinade – the marinade has so much flavor that you only need to marinate the chicken for a short period, but I still recommend marinating it for at least 30 minutes. Give the chicken time to marinade in the fridge the night before if you can. Adding citrus juices like lime and orange will enhance the chicken’s taste and help it retain its moisture. Marinate the chicken a day ahead and let it sit in the fridge overnight to save time on preparation. A double batch of marinated chicken can be prepared and stored in the freezer for later use.
  • Chicken, thighs, or breasts – boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts are a great option. If prepared right, they can both be juicy cuts of chicken you can use with the Pollo Asado marinade. Thighs have more fat than chicken breasts, so they don’t dry out as much when cooked. If you want to have leftovers or use the chicken for meal preparation, I suggest using chicken thighs, so the flesh doesn’t dry out.
  • Grilling, pan-searing, or air-fried – Regarding the preparation approach, grilling the chicken yields the most outstanding results in terms of taste. Good charring and a pleasant smokey taste develop in the marinade. However, whether pan-fried or air-fried, chicken is excellent any time of year.

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Pollo Asado Chipotle Copycat Recipe

Pollo Asado Chipotle Copycat Recipe

With this copycat marinade, you can have delicious, authentic-tasting Chipotle-style Pollo Asado in no time. This marinade is packed with delicious flavor because to the aromatic herbs and spices used in its preparation.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 3 lbs of chicken thighs or chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp of olive oil
  • 5 Tbsp of water (for pan-searing cooking method, optional)

For the Marinade

  • 7 oz of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (1 can)
  • 4-5 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 4-5 Tbsp of orange juice
  • 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp of Harissa Seasoning
  • 5-6 garlic cloves
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp of cumin
  • 1 Tbsp of dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp of ground Coriander
  • 1 tsp of smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp of Lemon Salt or regular salt
  • 1/2 tsp of pepper

Instructions

For the Marinade

  • Place all the ingredients for the marinade in a blender, food processor, or big bowl and purée using a handheld immersion blender. The sauce will be smooth once the ingredients have been blended well.
  • Combine the marinade and the chicken thighs or breasts in a large airtight container or Ziploc bag. Mix until the marinade has coated the chicken well.
  • Place in the refrigerator, cover, and marinate for up to 24 hours. Although marinating for at least 4 hours is acceptable, overnight marinating is recommended for the finest flavor.

Grilling the Chicken

  • Heat the grill to a high setting of 350°–400°F. Apply olive oil to the grill.
  • Grill the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes, turning once, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve hot, and enjoy!
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Juicy & Tender Air-Fryer Ribs Recipe

Juicy & Tender Air-Fryer Ribs Recipe

Considering how simple it is to make, you’ll be astonished by how wonderfully Air-Fryer ribs turn out, with tender meat and perfectly crisp edges.

People were raving about my oven-baked baby back rib recipe a day after I posted it, so it only seems logical to put them in an air fryer now.

Although baking baby back ribs in the oven has always been my go-to method since it’s quick and easy and results in the tastiest ribs, I’m now calculating the ups and downs after using an air fryer for cooking ribs of baking the ribs in the oven. 

Although nothing beats hours of slow cooking on an outdoor barbecue, they are still delicious after only 30 minutes. 

With just a few basic ingredients, my tender Air Fryer Ribs are ready in no time! Enjoy amazingly delicate, delicious baby back ribs quickly and easily.
With this simple method, you won’t believe how great the ribs turn out!

Also, check my Oven Braised Costco Short Ribs Recipe

Ingredients you’ll need

The list of ingredients is almost identical to my oven-baked ribs, minus the onions. 

Pork Baby Back Ribs: I prefer to get the leanest baby back ribs when purchasing pork. I’ll trim off any surplus fat before applying the sweet, dry rub.

BBQ Sauce: You may either make your own or buy it. The Stonewall Kitchen’s baby back rib BBQ sauce is my favorite.

Brown Sugar: Although light brown sugar would also be suitable, I opted for dark brown.

Paprika: This ingredient gives the ribs a gorgeous color, and I like to use sweet paprika over smoked paprika.

Salt & Pepper: You can adjust the salt and pepper to your preference.

Garlic Powder: To ensure that all ribs are evenly covered, I like to use garlic powder in this recipe rather than raw garlic.

Onion Powder: Onion powder is also included in this dish’s flavor. It contributes to the distinctive flavor of the spice rub.

Dry Ground Mustard: you may use yellow mustard if you’d like. Wet yellow mustard should be used to coat the ribs and marinate them for at least two hours in the fridge.

Cayenne Pepper: The ribs get a little bite from this spice, which goes well with the other tastes. If you don’t like spice, you may leave this out or change the quantity to your preference.

Juicy Tender Air Fryer Ribs Recipe 1

 

How to make Air-Fryer Ribs

Here is a brief guide on how to cook these baby back ribs using an air fryer.

Step 1: Remove the Silver Skin

When cooking ribs, keep in mind that the thin silver skin or membrane that wraps around the back of the meat must be removed. The membrane, a substantial skin covering, will prevent the ribs from moving. It is not a good idea to leave it on since it will make the ribs less tender and less delightful to consume.

It is straightforward to eliminate. Find a bit of the membrane surrounding the flesh that you can grab by turning the ribs over. You may also insert a tiny knife blade between the ribs and the silver skin to separate them.

It has a silver color and forms a very thin coating on the back. Use paper towels and pull back when you’ve captured a piece of the silver skin. If you do it correctly, the membrane should come off in one piece and its whole.

Juicy & Tender Air-Fryer Ribs Recipe

Step 2: Apply Sweet, Dry Rub

Next, prepare, apply, and thoroughly rub the dry rub into the ribs. It is easy to make and adds a ton of flavor.

You may leave it in the fridge overnight with the rub for even more flavor, but it’s unnecessary. The ribs gain an additional layer of robust flavor from the rub. I definitely suggest using it.

But if you like, you can season it with salt and pepper. Make sure to season the ribs generously.

Step 3: Air-Fry your ribs

Before cooking the ribs in the air fryer, it is crucial to preheat the appliance. This prevents the food from adhering to the basket and enables it to reach the proper temperature for uniform cooking. Set it to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 C).

It should take three to five minutes to heat. The ribs may be placed in the basket once it has warmed up. The basket doesn’t need to be sprayed with oil.

Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to chop the rack of ribs in half or even thirds to fit it within. When chopped in half, it fits in my 5-quart air fryer. The cooking is unaffected by the slight center overlap of the halves.

Place the ribs on the air fryer tray, meat side down, and cook for 25 minutes, flipping them after 10 minutes.

Step 4: Finishing the Ribs

Once the 20 minutes are up, remove the basket and use BBQ sauce to coat the ribs on both sides. Return them to the air fryer with the meat facing up.

Increase the heat to 390°F (200°C) and cook the ribs for an additional 5 minutes or until the tops are slightly browned. Brush with extra BBQ sauce and serve.

Extra Tips

  • When the 20 minutes are up, remove the ribs from the air-fryer and coat them well on both sides in BBQ sauce.
  • Take them back to the air fryer, flesh facing up.
  • The ribs should be cooked for a further 3-5 minutes, or until the tops are just beginning to brown, over a higher heat of 390°F (200°C).
  • Serve after rubbing with more barbecue sauce.

Air-Fryer Ribs Recipe

These tasty and speedy Air Fryer Ribs are soft, juicy, and covered in the BEST rub mixture and BBQ sauce.

Ingredients

For the Ribs

  • 2 lbs of baby back ribs
  • BBQ sauce

For Dry Rub

  • 2 Tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper, ground
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1  teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of ground mustard
  • ½ tsp of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
    • Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Allow it to preheat for a few minutes.
  2. Prepare the Ribs:
    • Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs. This is a thin, membrane-like layer. Peeling it off helps in better seasoning and cooking.
    • Generously apply your preferred dry rub seasoning to both sides of the ribs, ensuring an even coat.
  3. Position the Ribs in the Air Fryer:
    • If your rib rack is too large to fit into the air fryer, cut it into two halves.
    • Place the ribs in the air fryer basket, meat side facing down.
  4. First Phase of Cooking:
    • Cook the ribs for 25 minutes. At the halfway mark (around 12-13 minutes), carefully flip the ribs to ensure even cooking.
  5. Adding BBQ Sauce:
    • After the first 20 minutes of cooking, pause the air fryer and take out the basket.
    • Brush the ribs generously with BBQ sauce.
  6. Final Cooking Phase:
    • Return the ribs to the air fryer, this time with the meat side facing up.
    • Increase the temperature to 390°F (200°C).
    • Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the sauce on top starts to caramelize.
  7. Serve:
    • Once cooked, remove the ribs from the air fryer.
    • Optionally, brush them with more BBQ sauce for added flavor.
    • Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your delicious, air-fried ribs!

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FAQs

At what temperature should I cook the ribs in the air-fryer? 

Baby back ribs are air-fried in this dish for 20 minutes at 380 degrees Fahrenheit. The size of the rib rack has a significant impact on how long they need to cook at this temperature. A rack that is on the smaller size will probably take 18 minutes, while a larger rack may take up to 30 minutes. 5-8 minutes should be added to the cooking time if cooking two racks at once.

Should I cover the ribs in the air-fryer?

The ribs should not be covered in the air-fryer. Both covering the ribs and placing parchment paper below them are not necessary. To cook food evenly, the air fryer moves air around the meal. You may stop the airflow by covering them.

How do I know when the ribs are cooked in the air-fryer?

The ribs are cooked when the internal temperature hits 175 degrees F (80 degrees C). Meat at this stage is still juicy and tender. Don’t use the absence of bone-retracting or crumbling meat as a sign of doneness; it only occurs with long and slow cooking.

Shouldn’t the ribs get more tender the more they cook in the air-fryer?

Yes, the longer they cook, the more tender the ribs get. This is why lengthy, slow cooking is favored over quick cooking, such as in an air fryer. But the ribs turn out moist and tender without turning dry, thanks to this quick and simple cooking method.

Should I place the ribs bone side up in the air-fryer?

For the first ten minutes of cooking, the ribs’ bony sides need to be exposed. The ribs are cooked with the boney side down for the final 15 minutes. With uniform cooking and the development of crispy particles on the meat’s surface, thanks to this.

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