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Busy mornings call for simple breakfasts, and this bacon egg and cheese croissant is one of our favorite ways to start the day. I don’t know about your household, but our kids go crazy for a Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwich, and for a long time it was my go to option for a quick and filling breakfast, but like everything else, they have gotten quite pricey. This bacon egg and cheese croissant feels like something you would grab at a bakery or coffee shop, but it’s actually very easy to make at home with just a few basic ingredients.
I make these quite often, and I love to make up a big batch, wrap them in foil and stick them in the freezer for throughout the week.
If you need more make ahead breakfast items to add to your catalog, try my Hotel Style Waffles, Fluffy Homemade Pancakes, or Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Sticks. Other great meal prep options I have are my Southwest Breakfast Burritos or Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats or my Mocha Chip Overnight Oats when you want a mix of hot and cold breakfast options ready to go.
The combination of a buttery toasted croissant, crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese is simple but really hard to beat. Once you make these at home a few times, you’ll realize you don’t need a drive-through to have a really good breakfast sandwich.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Buttery, flaky croissants make this feel like a bakery breakfast
- Simple ingredients you probably already have at home
- Ready in about 15 minutes
- Great for make-ahead breakfasts
- Easy to customize with different cheeses or meats
- Works well for both busy mornings and slow weekend breakfasts
Ingredients
- Croissants
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Yellow American cheese or cheddar
- Butter
Equipment
Skillet – A good skillet is the key to this recipe because you’ll use it to toast the croissants and cook the eggs. Using the same pan helps build flavor, especially if you cook the eggs in a little bacon grease.
Air Fryer – Cooking bacon in the air fryer is quick, less messy, and makes evenly crispy bacon every time. I use this method from my Air Fryer Bacon Recipe often when making breakfast sandwiches.
Spatula – Helpful for flipping the eggs and removing the croissants from the skillet without tearing them.
Foil – If you’re making these ahead for meal prep, foil works well for wrapping the sandwiches before storing or reheating.
How to Make
Making a bacon egg and cheese croissant is more about timing and layering than it is about complicated cooking. The goal is to have everything hot and ready at the same time so the cheese melts and the croissant stays warm and slightly crisp.
Start by cooking the bacon until it’s crispy. This can be done in a skillet or by using the method from my Air Fryer Bacon. Once the bacon is done, you can use butter, or a little of the bacon grease in the pan to cook the eggs for extra flavor.
Lightly toasting the croissant halves in the skillet is a step that makes a big difference. The cut side should become slightly golden and crisp, which helps keep the sandwich from getting soggy and adds a buttery texture.
When cooking the eggs, try shaping them to fit the croissant. One easy way to do this is to gently push the edges in with a spatula while they cook, or use the edge of a small skillet to keep the egg more compact so it fits the sandwich better. After flipping the egg, add the cheese and let it melt right on top of the egg so everything becomes one layer.
If you didn’t cook your bacon in the air fryer, cooking it along side your fried egg will save you extra dishes!
From there, it’s just a matter of layering. Place the egg and melted cheese on the bottom half of the croissant, add the crispy bacon, and then place the top half of the croissant on.
The heat from the egg and bacon will warm the croissant and help everything come together into a soft, melty breakfast sandwich.
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PrintBacon Egg and Cheese Croissant
This bacon egg and cheese croissant is a quick and easy breakfast sandwich made with crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese on a buttery toasted croissant. Perfect for busy mornings and ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 breakfast sandwiches
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 croissants, cut in half lengthwise
- 4–6 half slices cooked bacon (Follow my air fryer tutorial)
- 2 slices yellow American cheese (or cheddar)
- 2 eggs
- 1–2 tablespoons butter (for frying eggs)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Cook bacon in the air fryer or in a skillet until crispy.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt butter.
- Lightly toast the croissant halves in the skillet, then remove and set aside.
- Fry the eggs in the skillet. Use the edge of a small skillet to shape the egg to fit the croissant if desired. You can also use bacon grease instead of butter to cook the eggs.
- Flip the eggs and add cheese. Cook until the eggs are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Place the egg and cheese on the bottom half of each croissant and top with cooked bacon.
- Add the top croissant and serve warm.
Notes
- Wrap the sandwiches in foil and refrigerate for meal prep.
- To reheat: warm in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 3–5 minutes until heated through.
- We tend to make ours with American cheese, but cheddar works well too.
- Eggs can be cooked in bacon grease for extra flavor.
Recipes That Pair Well With This
If you’re serving these for breakfast or brunch, or meal prepping for any other occasion, here are some recipes that pair really well:
- Hotel Style Waffles
- Fluffy Homemade Pancakes
- Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Sticks
- Bakery-Style Cinnamon Rolls (Same Day or Overnight)
- Sourdough Discard Pancakes
- Easy Sourdough Discard Waffles
- Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats
- Mocha Chip Overnight Oats
- Southwest Breakfast Burritos
- Simple Chocolate Chip Scones
More Recipes to Try
- Easy Tater Tot Casserole
- Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
- Easy Homemade Lasagna
- Pollo Bandito Mexican Queso Chicken
- The Best Homemade Alfredo Sauce
- Homemade Marinara Sauce
- Classic Sugar Cookie Bars
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake
Tips for Little Helpers
This is a great recipe for kids to help with because there are several simple jobs they can do. Younger kids can help place the cheese on the eggs, layer the bacon on the sandwiches, and put the tops on the croissants. Older kids can help toast the croissants and assemble the sandwiches.
Although their favorite job might just be taste testing! Letting kids help build their own breakfast sandwiches is a fun way to get them involved in the kitchen.
Tips for Success
- Toast the croissant before assembling the sandwich so it doesn’t get soggy.
- Cook the eggs in butter or bacon grease for the best flavor.
- Shape the eggs to fit the croissant so the sandwich is easier to eat.
- Melt the cheese directly on the egg so it holds everything together.
- Serve immediately while warm for the best texture.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, cheddar, Colby Jack, provolone, or pepper jack all work well on this sandwich. American cheese melts the smoothest, which is why it’s commonly used for breakfast sandwiches.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, these work well as make-ahead breakfast sandwiches. Assemble the sandwiches, wrap them in foil, and store in the refrigerator or freezer!
Can I freeze breakfast croissant sandwiches?
Yes. Wrap the sandwiches tightly in foil and place them in a freezer bag. Reheat in a 350°F oven until heated through.
Can I cook the eggs in bacon grease instead of butter?
Yes, cooking the eggs in bacon grease adds a lot of flavor and works very well for breakfast sandwiches.
Storage
Wrap the sandwiches in foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes or in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes until warmed through.
Freezing Instructions
To freeze, wrap each sandwich in foil and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in a 350°F oven for about 20 minutes or until heated through.
Variations
- Use sausage instead of bacon.
- Add a slice of tomato.
- Add spinach or avocado.
- Use scrambled eggs instead of fried eggs.
- Use cheddar, pepper jack, or provolone cheese.
- Use mini croissants to make smaller sandwiches.
Final Thoughts
This bacon egg and cheese croissant is one of those simple recipes that quickly becomes part of your regular breakfast rotation. It’s easy enough for weekdays, but feels special enough for weekends or brunch. Once you start making these at home, it’s hard to go back to fast food versions because these are fresher, hotter, and you can make them exactly how your family likes them.
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