Want to take your sandwich game to the next level? Swap out the usual bread for a croissant. The flaky, buttery texture adds a new element to the flavor. If you’re looking for some inspiration, I have 17+ croissant sandwich ideas you’ll love.
17+ Croissant Sandwich Ideas You Have to Try
1. Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches
A fresh twist on the classic chicken sandwich. Tender chicken breast mixed with yogurt and mayo and all the usual suspects for chicken salad. This recipe also adds pecans and cranberries into the mix for a tasty lunch that will quickly become a staple in your routine.
2. Turkey and Havarti Croissant Sandwich
Savory and sweet, this croissant sandwich is perfect for a picnic or lunch with friends. Slices of Havarti cheese and turkey pair so well with apricot jelly and honey mustard. Top with greens and some everything bagel seasoning, and then bake for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
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3. Turkey Craisin Croissant
One of my favorite croissant sandwich ideas for brunch. The cream cheese, craisin and green onion spread add so much flavor. If you want, you can use raisins or some other dried fruit, but I love the tartness of the craisins. This recipe also calls for honey-roasted turkey, but you’re welcome to use any deli meat you want.
4. Monte Cristo Croissant Sandwich
Here’s a fun take on the Monte Cristo sandwich. It pairs black forest ham and Swiss cheese with whipped cream cheese and raspberry jam. Flaky croissants are the perfect bread for this sandwich, topped with just a dusting of powdered sugar for a hint of sweetness. These are great for parties or even to make ahead for work lunches.
5. The Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich
This really is the ultimate breakfast sandwich. It’s loaded with all of your morning favorites: eggs, bacon, zesty pepper jack cheese and guacamole. A garlic butter tomato sauce tops it all off for a hearty breakfast that everyone will love. If you want to make this sandwich a little healthier, try using turkey or veggie bacon instead.
6. Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
Here’s another delicious breakfast sandwich made even more delicious by a flaky croissant roll. Turkey bacon, melty cheddar cheese, guacamole and soft scrambled eggs are all you need to make this tasty sandwich. I like to add fresh chives to the eggs and a little extra cheese. If you’re not a fan of turkey bacon, you can use regular or even try ham instead. Try making the guac yourself – it’s so easy and delicious.
7. Bacon, Egg and Cheese Croissant
One of my favorite breakfast croissant sandwich ideas is a simple recipe like this one. It uses two types of cheese: muenster and cheddar. Heavy cream makes the eggs so light and fluffy, while the bacon gives this sandwich a savory flavor. I like to bake these after I assemble them to make sure the cheese is extra melty.
8. California Club Croissant
The classic California club transformed. I recommend using soft and buttery croissants for this sandwich instead of the crispy, flaky kind. It makes all the difference in the flavor and texture.
The base of this sandwich starts with smoked turkey, chicken and ham. Add slices of cheddar and Swiss cheese. Top with bacon, tomato, slices of avocado and lettuce. Mayo and mustard are the perfect spread for this sandwich.
The great thing about this sandwich is that you can use any type of deli meat you want. A mix of salami, ham and pepperoni would also be delicious.
9. Strawberry and Almond-Flavored Whipped Cream Croissants
A sweet treat for dessert or even as an afternoon snack. This recipe teaches you how to make an unbelievably delicious almond-flavored whipped cream, so make sure you have a stand mixer on hand. It’s really as simple as mixing heavy cream and almond extract until you get that whipped cream texture.
Use the freshest strawberries you can get your hands on – or whatever fruit is in season. A mix of raspberries and blueberries would also be tasty.
If you don’t have the time to make your own whipped cream or you’re a little intimidated by it (don’t be – it’s easy!), you can always use store-bought whipped cream. It will be just as tasty, but you’ll miss the almond flavor.
10. Chicken Cream Cheese Croissants
This recipe is a different take on chicken salad. It calls for crescent rolls, but I just use store-bought croissants. Mix cream cheese with ranch dressing mix and add with your cooked chicken breast. Stuff your croissants with this filling and enjoy.
Instead of cream cheese, you could also use Greek yogurt. I sometimes add diced bell pepper, green onions and freshly chopped parsley to this mix for a kick of flavor.
Anytime we make these, they’re always a hit at parties.
11. Caprese Croissant Sandwiches
These Caprese sandwiches are delightful and perfect for a warm summer meal. They’re loaded with Mediterranean flavor – artichokes, fresh basil, freshly sliced tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, pesto and mozzarella.
Brush on melted butter and add a handful of sesame seeds to finish things off.
12. Chicken Caesar Croissant
Looking for croissant sandwich ideas for lunch? This chicken Caesar variation is perfect. It’s so simple, too. Just slice your croissants in half, add chicken breasts, and top with a Caesar dressing mixed with lemon juice, garlic and Parmesan cheese.
Don’t forget the Romaine lettuce for a little extra crispiness.
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13. Roast Beef and Horseradish Croissant
These croissant sandwiches will delight your tastebuds. Horseradish adds a spicy bite to this recipe, which is simple and tasty. Cream cheese, roast beef, tomatoes and lettuce are the only other ingredients you need to make these sandwiches.
We sometimes serve these with a soup or a salad if we’re entertaining guests.
14. Brie, Blackberry and Bacon Croissants
Even if you don’t like this recipe, trust me when I say that the homemade blackberry jam is divine. You’ll need a medium pot, baking tray and potato masher for this recipe. Blackberries, lemon, granulated sugar and salt are added in addition to your:
- Croissants
- Bacon
- Brie
Making the jam is my favorite part and requires the most attention. Blackberries, sugar, lemon and salt mashed into the perfect jam adds so much flavor. You can also use cranberry sauce if blackberries are not your favorite.
15. Baked Chocolate Almond Croissants
Sweet, melty chocolate is bound to gush out of these baked croissants, so be sure to bake on a nonstick baking tray. And the author of the recipe cuts the croissant in half, then puts a thick layer of chocolate and tops it with bananas on one side.
On the other side, they spread just strawberries on the croissant before putting together and then baking.
You can use Nutella if you like, but the recipe walks you through how to make a non-GMO version that your tastebuds will love.
16. Chicken Cordon Bleu Salad
Sometimes, you want a sandwich that is more substantial, and this chicken cordon bleu doesn’t disappoint. Eleven ingredients are all you need for this sandwich, which uses seasonal ingredients, such as:
- Celery
- Lettuce
- Parsley
And the recipe calls for roasted chicken and smoked ham with a country-style Dijon mustard sauce and some mayonnaise. Swiss cheese is used in the recipe, but you can add any type of cheese that you like.
17. Brie, Prosciutto and Arugula Croissants
Many croissant sandwich ideas skimp on making homemade croissants because it does take a lot of time to make them. But let’s be honest, fresh is always best. I recommend a stand mixer and dough attachment to make your life easier, but you can also do it the old-fashioned way if you don’t mind mixing manually.
Layering the dough is the hardest part because once it’s done, you only need to add the brie, prosciutto and arugula.
I prefer to eat this sandwich while the croissant is still warm so that the cheese melts nicely.
18. Roasted Pork & Cranberry Croissant Sandwich
Ten ingredients are all you need for this easy cranberry croissant recipe. You’ll need cranberry sauce, avocado, baby spinach, pecans, salt and pepper, butter, goat cheese, fresh pork sirloin and, of course, croissants.
Simple and easy to make, the recipe calls for rotisserie marinated pork sirloin, but you can also swap it out for chicken, if you prefer.
And you’ll only need to cut the croissant into sandwich slices and assemble before serving.
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19. Quick Raspberry and Almond Croissants
Raspberry croissants are a delight for the tastebuds, and they only require 25 – 30 minutes to make from start to finish. Inspired by French cuisine, this recipe has a sugar-water coating, almond paste frangipane and raspberry filling.
But the croissant is not homemade, so that saves you quite a bit of time.
Instead, you’ll spoon the filling into the croissants while on a baking tray before letting them cook in the oven until the almond paste turns a golden brown.
20. Turkey Bacon Avocado
Croissant turkey bacon avocado is a delight for the tastebuds. You’ll add your preferred variety of turkey, smoked tastes great for this recipe, along with:
- Bacon
- Cucumbers
- Lettuce,
- Onions
You can add any ingredients you like, but these all work well with a buttery croissant. Pickles are a tempting choice for any turkey sandwich, but the flavor doesn’t mix well with this recipe.
