For the best savoury croissant don’t overfill the middle. You need the right balance of enough ingredients to bring flavour to the dish and to be a filling breakfast without all spilling out when eating the croissant.
If you decide to use a water-rich ingredient, such as mushrooms, make sure you cook them first to draw out any excess moisture. Mushrooms are known for having a high water content. If you place them directly into the croissant you may find it turns soggy during cooking and loses that desirable outer crunch.
Similarly, spinach can be a very wet ingredient and if you’d prefer you can add a step to the recipe above to wilt it first using boiling water and then squeeze out any excess moisture with a paper towel.
We’ve kept it simple in this recipe and suggested that you purchase croissants fresh from the grocery store, but you can try making them yourself if you want to create a fully homemade dish. If you decide to add this step, take a look at our helpful guide featuring top tips on the tastiest croissants. This will of course add time to the dish, but you could make the croissants ahead of time so they simply need stuffing and warming when you’re ready to enjoy a tasty breakfast.
Filling ideas for savoury croissants
There are endless savoury croissant ideas to explore. Ham and cheese is another classic combination for a savory croissant, and you can simply swap in the ham for the shredded spinach in this recipe.
For a more elevated approach to breakfast, smoked salmon and cream cheese is an elegant variation on a savoury croissant. The addition of capers and dill can further refine this recipe. It’s also a fun idea for a mini canapé, when made with small croissants instead of regular-sized croissants.
And if you’re keen to sample savoury breakfast inspiration from other cuisines take a look at our detailed guide to savoury breakfast ideas from around the world. From filling savory breakfast bowls to plant-based options, such as scrambled tofu, there’s a savory breakfast dish for everyone to enjoy.
How to bake and serve
When using ready-made croissants they don’t need long in the oven. Ten minutes is all that’s needed to warm the croissants and cook the stuffing ingredients in this recipe. You may need longer if you decide to vary the ingredients used for the stuffing.
For serving, savoury croissants are best enjoyed warm from the oven after baking. For a more elegant plating, serve the savoury croissants with a fresh helping of arugula, with a light vinaigrette for a more complete breakfast. A final garnish of fresh herbs brings a pop of colour to the plate.
