Cheesy Spinach Croissants Recipe

Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 10 mins

Introduction

These spinach and cheese croissants are buttery, golden and packed with flavour in every bite. A creamy filling of ricotta, feta and spinach is tucked into flaky croissants, then baked until crisp and lightly puffed. A sprinkle of bagel seasoning on top adds crunch and savoury depth. They’re perfect as a quick brunch option, light lunch or easy entertainer dish. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, they’re perfect for a quick brunch, light lunch or an anytime treat straight from the oven.

Ingredients

4 Croissants
250g fresh ricotta
100g feta
250g fresh baby spinach
Salt & pepper
Bagel Seasoning
1 egg whisked

Method

Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius

In a large fry pan on medium heat, cook down the fresh spinach and set aside and allow to cool. Recommend using a paper towel to squeeze out the excess liquid

In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, feta, spinach, 2 tsp of bagel seasoning, salt and pepper

Line a baking tray with paper. Cut the 4 croissants in half lengthways

Onto the base of the croissant spread 1 heaped tsp of the spinach mixture, replace the lid of the croissant, brush the croissants with egg and then sprinkle with bagel seasoning

Place into the oven and bake for 8-12 minutes, until golden brown. Serve immediately

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FAQs

The combination of cheese and spinach is a classic for a reason. Spinach adds freshness and earthiness, while cheeses like ricotta and feta bring creaminess and salt. In these spinach croissants, the mix is soft and rich inside the flaky croissant, making every bite savoury and satisfying. The addition of bagel seasoning adds crunch and a pop of flavour that ties everything together.

A blend works best for spinach croissants. Ricotta adds a creamy, mild base that helps bind the filling, while feta adds tang and saltiness. You could also try Parmesan or mozzarella for extra stretch and bite. In this spinach and feta croissant, we use ricotta and feta for a rich filling that isn’t heavy, and bakes up beautifully inside a buttery croissant.

Before baking, brush your filled croissants with whisked egg to give them that shiny golden finish. For extra flavour and texture, add toppings like bagel seasoning, sesame seeds or grated cheese. In this recipe, we sprinkle bagel seasoning before baking to create a crisp top and add extra savoury crunch with no extra effort.

Ingredients