Description
Wake up to the delicious aroma of buttery croissants filled with savory bacon, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese. This hearty breakfast sandwich combines the comforts of a bakery-fresh croissant with classic breakfast ingredients, making for a perfect weekend brunch treat or a quick morning grab-and-go option.
Ingredients
- Croissants: 4 large, preferably freshly baked (store-bought or homemade)
- Bacon: 8 slices, thick-cut and applewood-smoked for flavor (substitute with turkey bacon or veggie bacon as desired)
- Eggs: 4 large, preferably free-range (can use egg whites or plant-based eggs for dietary adjustments)
- Cheese: 4 slices of cheddar, Swiss, or Gruyère (mix cheddar with goat cheese for a tangy variation)
- Butter: 1 tbsp for cooking eggs (optional; substitute with olive oil)
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Optional Add-Ons
- Sliced avocado, spinach leaves, pesto, or a drizzle of hot sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon
- Stovetop: Place bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, turning occasionally (about 5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place bacon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-15 minutes or until crispy.
- Cook the Eggs
- In a small bowl, whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat butter (or oil) in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour in eggs, stirring occasionally for soft, creamy scrambled eggs. Alternatively, cook eggs sunny-side-up if preferred.
- Melt the Cheese
- While eggs are cooking, place cheese slices on the bottom half of each croissant. Warm in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- Assemble the Sandwich
- On each cheese-topped croissant half, layer two slices of crispy bacon and a portion of scrambled eggs. Add any optional toppings like avocado or spinach.
- Place the other croissant half on top, gently pressing to hold ingredients together.
- Serve Immediately
- Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Storage: Wrap assembled sandwiches in foil or place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat sandwiches for 5-7 minutes until warm and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American, Café Style
Nutrition
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 18g