Cheesy Spinach Croissants with Everything Bagel Seasoning Recipe
These Cheesy Everything Spinach Croissants combine flaky, buttery croissants with a rich, creamy spinach and cheese filling. Topped with a honey glaze and sprinkled with everything but the bagel seasoning, they offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for a delicious breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 croissants 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 ⅔ cup 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
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Croissants
- 8 butter croissants
Topping
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp + 2 tsp everything but the bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking the croissants evenly.
- Drain Spinach: Squeeze the thawed spinach between a stack of paper towels to remove as much liquid as possible to prevent sogginess in the filling.
- Make Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Slice Croissants: Using a serrated knife, slice open each croissant about three-quarters of the way through to create a cavity for the filling.
- Fill Croissants: Use a spatula to evenly distribute and fill the center of each croissant with the prepared spinach and cheese mixture.
- Prepare Honey Glaze: Warm the honey in the microwave until it is runny, making it easier to brush over the tops of the filled croissants.
- Glaze and Season: Quickly brush the warm honey across the tops of the croissants, then generously sprinkle with everything but the bagel seasoning for added flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the croissants on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the filling is melted, bubbly, and the croissants are warmed through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately to enjoy the croissants at their best.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is well-drained to avoid a soggy filling.
- You can substitute frozen spinach with fresh spinach that has been cooked, drained, and chopped.
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting compared to pre-shredded cheese.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to easily mix the filling.
- Brush the honey quickly before it cools and thickens to ensure even coverage.
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Keywords: spinach croissants, cheesy croissants, spinach and cheese filling, everything but the bagel seasoning, savory breakfast, stuffed croissants
