Apple Goat Cheese Croissant Sandwich (Printable)
Buttery croissants with tangy goat cheese, crisp apples, arugula and honey for a light, elegant lunch or brunch.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Cheese
01 - 4 fresh croissants, halved horizontally
02 - 4.2 ounces goat cheese, softened
→ Fruits & Greens
03 - 1 large apple, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small handful arugula or baby spinach
→ Additional Flavorings
05 - 2 tablespoons honey or fig jam (optional)
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Slice croissants in half horizontally using a bread knife.
02 - Evenly spread softened goat cheese onto the bottom half of each croissant.
03 - Arrange thin apple slices over the goat cheese layer.
04 - Drizzle honey or fig jam over apples, if using.
05 - Top with arugula or baby spinach and season with freshly ground black pepper.
06 - Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans for additional texture, if desired.
07 - Close with the croissant tops and gently press.
08 - Serve at once, or wrap and refrigerate sandwiches for up to 2 hours.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- There’s a playful contrast between the sweetness of apples and the tang of goat cheese that will catch you off guard in the best way.
- It takes all of ten minutes and looks like you’ve gone out of your way for your lunch or brunch guests.
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- If you don’t soften the goat cheese first, it can tear the croissant or stubbornly cling to your knife.
- Slightly toasting the croissants elevates their flavor and keeps them from going soggy with the cheese and apples.
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- Letting the goat cheese stand at room temperature makes for the creamiest, easiest spread.
- A flick of black pepper over the greens is that finishing touch restaurant sandwiches never skip.