- A term that was coined by Chef Dominique Ansel to refer his new pastry creation which looked like a donut but was made with croissant dough. This term officially refers to his trademarked brand, however, many imitations have appeared, copying the style of mixing croissants with donuts.
Cronuts
blending of Croissant and Donut; noun
a pastry that is a hybrid of a croissant and a donut, created by Chef Dominique Ansel. It has recently become a trend and many imitation cronuts have appeared around the country.
Etymology : "Cronut" was launched on May 10, 2013; Blend of Croissant and donuts
Source : Conversation with a friend on October 19, 2013 - "I just had a cronut, and it was sooo good."
Last modified: 25 November 2013