Flaky Croissant Breakfast Delight

This delightful Croissant Breakfast Sandwich features crispy bacon, creamy white cheddar, avocado, and eggs. It’s the ultimate breakfast treat nestled within a flaky, scrumptious pastry.

Croissant Breakfast Sandwich Recipe Overview

There’s nothing quite like enjoying a Croissant Breakfast Sandwich in the morning – and they’re incredibly simple to prepare. I appreciate how adaptable this recipe is, allowing you to customize it with your preferred ingredients or use whatever you have on hand.

• TASTE: The combination of smoky bacon, mild cheddar, and buttery croissant creates a rich and savory flavor.
• TEXTURE: Each bite offers a delightful mix of crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and flaky croissant, all held together by gooey cheese.
• TIME: This recipe is straightforward and can be prepared in just 10 minutes or less.
• EASE: You can easily whip up this Croissant Breakfast Sandwich recipe every day of the week if you wish.

Essential Ingredients

Ingredient Insights

• Croissants – Homemade or freshly bought from a bakery both work well for this recipe.
• Eggs – Regular eggs are great, but you might prefer liquid eggs from a carton or just egg whites for a healthier option.
• Avocado – Ensure they are ripe before slicing; they should be firm yet slightly soft to the touch.
• Bacon – Choose thick-cut, regular, or even turkey bacon for a lighter meal.
• White cheddar cheese – This mild cheddar adds great flavor, but any cheese works. Slices are convenient, though shredded or block cheese can be used as well.
• Salt & Black pepper – To be added to taste.

Possible Add-ins and Substitutions

• Experiment with egg styles – Prepare the eggs however you prefer: sunny side up, over-easy, or scrambled to find your favorite texture and flavor.
• Incorporate sauces – Include ketchup, hot sauce, pesto, or aioli for extra flavor in your Croissant Breakfast Sandwich.
• Try different meats and cheeses – While I enjoy this combination, sausage patties, ham, pepperjack cheese, or gouda would also work wonderfully. The possibilities are endless.
• Add veggies – Enhance color and flavor with lettuce, tomatoes, spinach, or any other preferred vegetables.

Preparing a Croissant Breakfast Sandwich

• Cook the eggs. Fry the eggs and season them according to your preference.
• Toast the croissant. Slice the croissant and toast each half to your liking.
• Build the sandwich. Start by placing the bottom half of the toasted croissant, followed by white cheddar, bacon, eggs, and avocado, finishing with the top half. Enjoy!

Pro Tip: To achieve an unbroken yolk, ensure you’re using a nonstick pan with a bit of oil. Gently shake the pan to prevent sticking before transferring the eggs onto your croissants.

Cooking Advice

• Remember to toast the croissant: Not only is this step delicious, but it also adds necessary stability to the flaky croissant, allowing it to better contain the scrumptious fillings you’re about to layer inside.
• Fry eggs flat: Aim to keep the eggs flat while they cook, especially when scrambling. This will assist in layering and help prevent large chunks of egg from tilting your croissant breakfast sandwich.
• Cook the bacon first: Since bacon takes longer to cook than eggs, start with it first. This ensures that the eggs and toasted croissant don’t cool down while waiting for the bacon to become crispy. Once done, place it between paper towels on a plate to absorb any excess grease.

Common Questions

Croissants are a type of French pastry that consist of butter, all-purpose flour, sugar, and yeast. A genuine croissant showcases a golden, crisp outer layer with multiple buttery, flaky layers within.

As bacon cooks, the meat shrinks at a faster rate than the fat, causing the latter to bunch up. To minimize this, consider baking it under a sheet pan, or flip the strips frequently while frying.

Serving Suggestions

These Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches stand out when enjoyed alone but can also complement classic breakfast dishes beautifully. Pair them with eggs, pancakes, crepes, biscuits, or a beverage of your choice.

• Eggs: Options such as Eggs Benedict, Quiche Lorraine, Egg Bites, or Bacon and Hash Brown Quiche make delicious accompaniments to this croissant sandwich.
• Pancakes, Crepes, or Blintzes: Consider serving these sandwiches alongside Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes, Blueberry Breakfast Crepes, or Cheese Blintzes.
• Biscuits: Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuits smothered in Sausage Gravy are a classic addition to any breakfast spread.
• Drinks: Enjoy an Iced Caramel Macchiato, Brown Sugar Boba, Iced Matcha Latte, or a Mandarin Banana Smoothie alongside your breakfast sandwich.

Preparation in Advance

Make Ahead: You have the option to prepare these Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches the night before and simply reheat them in the morning. Alternatively, you can prepare all the ingredients in advance and quickly fry the eggs when you’re ready to assemble, as this recipe is quite quick.

Storage: Keep these sandwiches wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezing: For longer storage, wrap the sandwiches in foil, followed by plastic wrap, or use a freezer ziplock bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating in the microwave or oven.

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  Croissant Breakfast Sandwich

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  Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanPrep Time: 8 minutes minutesCook Time: 2 minutes minutesTotal Time: 10 minutes minutesServings: 2Calories: 733kcalAuthor: Dina

  Ingredients

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      4
      eggs
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      1/2
      Avocado
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      4
      bacon slices
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      2
      slices
      Tilamook White cheddar
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      Salt & pepper
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    Instructions

    • Fry the eggs in hot oil to your desired doneness. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Cut each croissant in half and toast over low heat. Place one slice of white cheddar on each lower half of the croissant.
    • Top the cheese with bacon, eggs, and avocado. Finally, place the top half of the croissant on. Tip: For a meltier cheese, put it in the oven on a baking sheet for a few minutes at 300°F, keeping an eye to avoid burning the croissant.
      

    Notes

    FAQs covered in the post above:
    • How to prepare this ahead of time
    • Recommended pairings
    • Recipe tips and modifications

    Nutrition

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    Calories: 733kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 423mg | Sodium: 859mg | Potassium: 546mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1255IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 278mg | Iron: 3.3mg

    This recipe was first published on August 19, 2016, and has since been modified slightly.