Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Using a knife, finely chop the thawed kataifi pastry into small 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch pieces.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped kataifi and stir continuously for 8 to 12 minutes until it is uniformly deep golden brown and completely crispy. Remove from the pan immediately and let it cool completely to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened pistachio cream, pure pistachio paste, tahini, and salt. Stir until perfectly smooth.
- Once the toasted kataifi is totally cool, fold it into the pistachio cream mixture until fully incorporated. The filling should be very thick and highly textured.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the croissants horizontally, leaving a small hinge at the back so the halves remain attached. Gently press the inside crumb down slightly to make room for the filling.
- Spoon the pistachio-kataifi filling generously into each croissant, then gently press the top half down to close.
- Melt the chopped milk chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well after each, until smooth and glossy.
- Dip half of each stuffed croissant into the melted chocolate. Let the excess drip off, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Immediately sprinkle the freshly dipped chocolate with the chopped pistachios before it sets.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes just until the chocolate hardens. Bring back to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pro Tip: Do not mix warm kataifi into the pistachio cream, or the cream will melt and separate. It must be completely cooled. Best enjoyed the day they are made.