Description
Savory Turkey & Cheese Croissant Delight brings golden, flaky layers of buttery pastry embracing warm, melted cheese and tender turkey slices. Comfort meets gourmet in this simple yet irresistible sandwich that you’ll crave from first delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large croissants
- 8 ounces (226 grams) deli-sliced turkey breast
- 4 slices cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
Creamy Components:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mustard
Seasonings and Finishing:
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (Italian or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C), creating an ideal toasting environment for the croissants.
- Whisk cream cheese with mustard, herbs, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, creating a delicate pocket for filling.
- Generously spread the herbed cream cheese mixture across the bottom half of each croissant.
- Layer thin slices of turkey and cheese neatly over the cream cheese spread.
- Gently close the croissants by returning the top halves to their original positions.
- Arrange the prepared croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring even spacing.
- Delicately brush the croissant surfaces with beaten egg, creating a glossy, golden finish.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the tops turn a rich golden brown and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from the oven and allow the croissants to rest for a few minutes, letting the flavors meld and the filling stabilize before serving.
Notes
- Customize cream cheese blend by adding chopped chives, dill, or roasted garlic for extra flavor complexity.
- Choose high-quality deli turkey and cheese for richer taste profile and more satisfying texture.
- Gluten-free option available by using gluten-free croissants or replacing with lettuce wrap for low-carb alternative.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like smoked gouda, sharp cheddar, or pepper jack to create unique flavor combinations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg