Description
Indulgent Parisian-style croissant sandwich blends flaky French pastry with savory ham and creamy havarti cheese. Crisp layers and rich flavors create a luxurious lunch experience you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large croissants
- 12 slices deli ham
- 8 slices Havarti cheese
Salad Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh arugula
Dressing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Arrange croissant bottoms facing upward on the prepared baking sheet, creating a foundation for the sandwich layers.
- Strategically layer ham slices and Havarti cheese on each croissant base, ensuring even coverage.
- Create a zesty dressing by whisking olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and integrated.
- Generously brush the olive oil mixture onto croissant tops, using approximately 1/2 teaspoon per surface.
- Position croissant tops facing downward on the baking sheet, completing the sandwich assembly.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes, monitoring until cheese melts completely and ham reaches a warm temperature.
- While sandwiches are baking, toss arugula with remaining olive oil mixture to create a lightly dressed green topping.
- Remove sandwiches from oven and immediately crown each with the dressed arugula.
- Gently place croissant tops over the arugula, creating a final, elegant presentation and serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly baked croissants for the best texture and flavor, ensuring they’re slightly warm and crisp.
- Swap ham with turkey or roast beef for a different protein option that keeps the sandwich equally delicious.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Swiss or provolone to customize the sandwich’s taste profile.
- Choose young, peppery arugula for a sharp contrast against the creamy cheese and sweet honey-mustard blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg