Breakfast Croissant Recipe

What is Breakfast Croissant Recipe?

A Breakfast Croissant Recipe centers on flaky, buttery croissants — homemade or store-bought — filled with all kinds of tasty ingredients to suit your mood. This recipe includes easy-to-follow steps for creating your own homemade croissants, plus suggestions for savory and sweet croissant fillings. From croissant sandwich recipes to croissant dessert recipes, this versatile approach turns ordinary mornings into a little celebration around the breakfast table.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup cold milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Your choice of fillings such as:
• Savory: ham, cheese, scrambled eggs, spinach
• Sweet: chocolate chips, almond paste, fruit preserves

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or fork
• Rolling pin
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Pastry brush
• Sharp knife for slicing fillings
• Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)

How to Make Breakfast Croissant Recipe

Step 1:

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it activate for about 5 minutes.

Step 2:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter to form crumbs.

Step 3:

Add yeast mixture and cold milk, stirring until a dough forms.

Step 4:

Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Rest dough for 30 minutes in a covered bowl.

Step 5:

Roll out dough into a large rectangle. Fold it in thirds, then roll out again. Repeat folding and rolling 2 more times for layered flakiness.

Step 6:

Cut dough into triangles, place your choice of filling near the wide end, and roll up tightly to shape croissants.

Step 7:

Place croissants on parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and let rise 45-60 minutes until puffy.

Step 8:

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.

Step 9:

Let cool slightly before enjoying.

Some Tips!

• Use cold butter for the best flaky layers.
• Don’t skip the rolling and folding steps—they build those iconic croissant layers.
• Try different fillings to keep breakfast interesting: think ham & cheese for a savory croissant or almond paste for a sweet treat.
• If pressed for time, store-bought croissants can be sliced and filled for quick leftover croissant recipes.
• Brush croissants with egg wash for that shiny, golden finish.

How to Store Leftovers

Keep leftover croissants in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them wrapped tightly and warm gently before serving to refresh their flakiness.

What to Eat With

Breakfast croissants pair wonderfully with fresh breakfast shot or a cozy cup of coffee to kickstart your day. For a brunch spread, try these croissants with light scrambled eggs or add some fresh fruit salad. Also, if you’re looking for more savory croissant sandwich ideas or sweet croissants, explore some croissant filling ideas like ham and cheese or chocolate almond, and pair them with classic dishes like the Copycat La Madeleine Chicken Salad Croissant or even fluffy Everything Bagels Recipe for a fun variety!

FAQ

Conclusion

This Breakfast Croissant Recipe brings the joy of flaky, buttery croissants right into your home kitchen. Whether you’re rolling out homemade croissants or using leftover croissants in creative sandwich recipes, the possibilities are deliciously endless. Thanks for baking (and eating) along with me, and I hope this recipe brightens your mornings!

Breakfast Croissant Recipe

Recipe by SarahCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

45

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

310

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Start your day with this easy Breakfast Croissant Recipe! Flaky, buttery croissants with savory or sweet filling ideas—perfect for quick mornings, brunch, or make-ahead breakfasts.

Ingredients

• For the Croissant Dough
  2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  1 teaspoon salt
  1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
  ¼ cup warm water (110°F)
  ½ cup cold milk
  ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  For Assembly
  1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  Optional Fillings (Choose One or Mix & Match)
  Savory: ham, shredded cheese, scrambled eggs, spinach
  Sweet: chocolate chips, almond paste, fruit preserves

Directions

• Activate yeast by stirring it into warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add yeast mixture and cold milk; mix until dough forms.
• Knead dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
• Roll dough into a rectangle, fold into thirds, and repeat rolling and folding twice. Cut into triangles, add filling, roll into croissants, brush with egg wash, rise 45–60 minutes, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

• Keep butter cold to achieve flaky layers.
  Avoid overfilling croissants to prevent leaking.
  For a shortcut version, use store-bought croissants and fill before baking or warming.
  Sweet croissants pair best with light fillings like chocolate or preserves.
  Croissants freeze well once baked—reheat at 300°F for 8–10 minutes.