Croissant Loaf Croque Madame
“Golden, crisp and topped with a fried egg, this Croissant Loaf Croque Madame brings a café-style twist to brunch with layers of ham, Gruyère and béchamel.”
A Café-Style Croque Madame at Home
This Croissant Loaf Croque Madame is the perfect way to turn brunch or lunch into something a little more magnifique. Made with St Pierre Croissant Loaf, each sandwich is layered with ham, Gruyère and creamy béchamel sauce before being topped with a golden fried egg. Crisp on the outside and soft in the middle, it brings a taste of Parisian café culture straight to your kitchen.
Inspired by the classic French favourite, this recipe feels indulgent without being complicated. The soft, layered texture of St Pierre Croissant Loaf adds a buttery twist that takes every bite to the next level.
Perfect for Slow Weekend Brunches
Whether you are serving brunch with friends or upgrading a relaxed lunch at home, this Croque Madame is made for slowing down and savouring the moment. Served warm with bubbling cheese and a perfectly cooked egg, it is rich, comforting and full of flavour.
Pair with a fresh coffee and enjoy a café-style moment without leaving the house. Simple to make yet effortlessly impressive, it is an easy way to elevate everyday meals with St Pierre.
- 4 slices St Pierre Croissant Loaf
- 100g Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1–2 tsp mustard
- 2 eggs
- 4 slices ham
- 4 tbsp béchamel sauce
- Butter, for cooking
- Spread a light layer of mustard over one side of each slice of St Pierre Croissant Loaf.
- Top two slices with ham, grated Gruyère and 1 tbsp béchamel sauce each. Place the remaining slices on top to form two sandwiches.
- Heat a little butter in a frying pan over a medium heat. Cook the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and crisp.
- Spoon the remaining béchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyère. Place under a hot grill until bubbling and lightly golden.
- In a separate frying pan, fry the eggs to your liking.
- Top each croque with a fried egg and serve warm.
Bon appétit!
