Croissants with bacon and cheese

Delicious Bacon and Cheese Croissant Recipe

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 croissants

If you are looking for a simple and quick recipe for a savory breakfast or a delicious snack, bacon and cheese croissants are the perfect choice. These delightful flaky pastry corners, filled with hearty ingredients, are ideal for a lazy weekend morning or a gathering with friends.

Ingredients:
- 1 package of croissant dough (about 250g, preferably store-bought for quick preparation)
- 200g sliced bacon
- 150g grated cheese (or slices, depending on preference)
- 1 egg, for brushing (optional)
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Step by step:

1. Preparing the dough: Start by preheating the oven to 200°C. Unroll the croissant dough on a clean surface, being careful not to tear it. It will be divided into triangles, which are usually pre-formed in the commercial package.

2. Adding the ingredients: On each triangle of dough, place a slice of bacon. If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can lightly fry the bacon beforehand to enhance its aroma. After placing the bacon, add the grated cheese or slices, making sure to leave a little space at the edges to roll the croissants.

3. Rolling the croissants: Start rolling the dough triangles from their base, forming a cylinder. Make sure the bacon and cheese stay inside. Before sealing the end, you can add a pinch of freshly ground pepper for a more complex flavor.

4. Brushing and baking: Place the croissants on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. If you want to give them a golden and shiny color, you can beat the egg and brush each croissant with it. Bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.

5. Serving: After taking them out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes. These bacon and cheese croissants are delicious warm, but can also be enjoyed cold. You can serve them alongside a fresh green salad or with a mustard sauce for a flavor contrast.

Useful tips:
- Vary the ingredients: you can add green onions or bell peppers for an extra freshness. You can also replace the bacon with ham or even a vegetarian alternative like fried tofu.
- If you don't have cheese, mozzarella or cheddar cheese will work wonderfully!
- These croissants are excellent for making ahead. You can freeze them before baking and bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few minutes to the baking time.

So, don’t hesitate! Try these bacon and cheese croissants, perfect for a quick breakfast or a delicious snack, and enjoy every bite! Whether you savor them with a fragrant coffee or a fragrant tea, these delights will turn any moment into a special occasion.

1. Roll out the dough, cut the already formed triangles, and place pieces of bacon on the sheet. 2. Add cheese (grated, but I used slices of Gouda) and wrap the croissants. 3. Place them in the preheated oven at 190-200 degrees. After ten minutes, keep an eye on them! Enjoy your meal! The Bacon and Cheese Croissants recipe was proposed by Gabriela Carmen on the recipe forum. Other croissant recipes can be found here: Cheese Twists, Cheese Buns, Quick Pastries with Ham and Cream Cheese.

 Ingredients: croissant dough, sliced bacon, cheese (I used Gouda cheese).