Description
This Caprese Croissant Breakfast Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make morning treat. Packed with fresh flavors like basil pesto, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and arugula, it’s a perfect way to start your day!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4–6 croissants, sliced in half, lengthwise
- 4 Tablespoons basil pesto
- 8 mozzarella pearls or 2 large mozzarella balls, sliced
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 ounces (140g) sun-dried tomatoes, sliced into stripes
- 5 ounces (140g) artichoke hearts
- A handful of arugula salad, and more for serving
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Black or white sesame, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Prepare croissants: Arrange bottom half of croissants on a baking sheet.
- Assemble: Spread pesto, then add sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and arugula. Top with second croissant half.
- Bake: Brush with butter, sprinkle sesame, and bake for 5 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with basil leaves and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this sandwich with your favorite ingredients like fresh basil or balsamic glaze.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the artichoke hearts or substitute with grilled veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: Approx. 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg