This is not so much a recipe but just a simple way of jazzing up a plain croissant dough. Having woken up late today it was nearer to lunch time than breakfast so I decided that it was the perfect opportunity to try out my idea for Cheese and Ham and Almond Croissants. What could be nicer for a spot of brunch or even a packed lunch?
My children wolfed down the Cheese and Ham Croissants and even had a splodge of ketchup to go with them. It was only myself and my husband who liked the Almond Croissants though! The possibilities are endless so I hope I’ve inspired you to have a go with your own fillings!
The photos aren’t great as everyone just wanted to eat them so it was a case of shoot and go!
Unroll your croissants and score along the marked lines.
Savoury Filling: Small strip of ham and grated Emmental
Sweet filling: Strip of marzipan
Roll the croissant dough up towards the point. Top savoury ones with grated cheese.
- Grated Emmental Cheese
- Ham
- Marcipan
- Tin of Croissant dough
- Preheat oven to 200°C (or according to pack instructions)
- Lay your croissant dough out and cut along serrations.
- Put your chosen fillings on the dough and roll up towards the pointed end.
- For the Cheese and Ham croissants sprinkle some cheese over the top
- Bake for 10 – 15 minutes (or according to pack instructions).
- For the sweet ones a dusting of icing sugar would be good.
- Cool for at least 5 minutes before eating as fillings will be hot!
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Jacqueline
29/09/2012 at 10:23 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I have never tried croissant dough before, but you have inspired me to give it a go and think about savoury fillings too. Great idea!!!
Camilla
29/09/2012 at 10:53 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I don’t think I’d ever bought this dough before either but thought it would be good to have in the fridge and try to recreate croissants I’ve eaten out in the past!
Mumsmoments/ @jadeano
29/09/2012 at 10:48 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Used this dough last week…. Been asked to make a supersize croissant for someone next week, now I can jazz it up a bit, great ideas!
Camilla
29/09/2012 at 10:56 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Looking at the photos, I think the trick is to keep the filling all down the end (like the marzipan ones) to allow the pastry layers to fluff up more. Also allow fillings to get nearer to room temperature before filling croissants. Chocolate would be a great one too! Oh, I’m going to have to buy some more!
Vanesther
30/09/2012 at 7:35 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
What a great idea. I’ve never tried using croissant dough before but I’m definitely going to give it a try now!
Camilla
30/09/2012 at 9:30 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Great, I’m glad I’ve inspired you, an Award Winning Blogger, thank you for visiting me:-)
Mich - Piece of Cake
01/10/2012 at 3:50 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
These croissants look delicious! The ham and cheese combo is one of my fav with croissants no doubt.
Camilla
01/10/2012 at 8:38 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Yes, they’re my favourite too!
Jacqueline @How to be a Gourmand
01/10/2012 at 2:29 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Wow! Making your own croissants. That’s genius Camilla! Lovely way to start the day . Warm and crispy. When I lived in Paris , I used to have almond croissants for breakfast and they were just soooooo good. Not great for the waistline but delish nevertheless!
Camilla
01/10/2012 at 7:03 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Well, more customising my own croissants and saving a little money in the process. Thank you for your enthusiasm! I too love Almond Croissants and they are very naughty but very nice:-)