Cheesy Everything Spinach Croissants Recipe
These Cheesy Everything Spinach Croissants combine flaky, buttery croissants with a rich, creamy spinach and cheese filling, seasoned perfectly with onion, garlic, and everything bagel seasoning. Ideal for a savory breakfast, brunch, or snack, these croissants are easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, making a flavorful and satisfying treat for cheese and spinach lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 8 croissants
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 ⅔ cups frozen spinach, thawed overnight in the fridge
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Assembly & Topping
- 8 butter croissants
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp + 2 tsp everything but the bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach filling: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the thawed spinach, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined and creamy.
- Slice the croissants: Carefully slice each butter croissant horizontally but not all the way through, creating a pocket for the filling.
- Fill the croissants: Spoon a generous amount of the spinach and cheese mixture into each croissant pocket, spreading it evenly inside.
- Top the croissants: Brush the outside of each filled croissant lightly with honey, then sprinkle the tops evenly with everything but the bagel seasoning for extra flavor and crunch.
- Bake the croissants: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the filled and topped croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and the cheese filling is hot and melted.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving to enjoy the gooey, cheesy spinach filling inside flaky croissants.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is thoroughly thawed and drained to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
- Use fresh butter croissants for the best flaky texture and flavor.
- The honey brushed on top adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory filling and seasoning.
- Feel free to substitute mozzarella with your favorite melting cheese, like cheddar or provolone.
- These croissants are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
