Cheddar's Honey Butter Croissants Are Easier To Recreate At Home Than You Think - Tasting Table

"Use frozen croissants to sidestep some of the heavier lifting and reduce time spent in the kitchen. Whether you prefer Trader Joe's pre-made croissants or Sara Lee's frozen products, you'll simply need to defrost the pieces before you're ready to bake. Even one of Pillsbury's products, like crescent rolls, can work in a pinch, but the taste won't be quite the same. To accommodate dietary restrictions, use gluten-free or plant-based croissants and swap dairy-free butter for the traditional ingredient if necessary."

"As the croissants bake in the oven, mix honey and butter over low heat in a small saucepan and stir the ingredients to fully combine. After the croissants have been removed from the oven, you'll drizzle this sweet concoction directly on top of the pieces. Alternatively, you can make bourbon honey butter for a boozy spin on the dish or give the croissants a more decadent, dessert-like finish with a dollop of homemade honey whipped cream."

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen has served honey butter croissants since 1979, featuring flaky croissant layers served warm and topped with sweet honey butter. Some locations provide a complimentary piece per person, and copycat recipes enable home preparation. Frozen croissants from Trader Joe's, Sara Lee, or Pillsbury crescent rolls can reduce prep time, with gluten-free or plant-based options and dairy-free butter available for dietary needs. Honey and butter are mixed over low heat and drizzled on baked croissants. Variations include bourbon honey butter, honey whipped cream, or store-bought spreads like Texas Roadhouse Honey Cinnamon Whipped Buttery Spread and Bettergoods Maple Brown Sugar Butter.

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