Crispy Pesto Mozzarella Melt
Fresh mozzarella and basil pesto melted between buttery croissant halves, toasted until the edges crisp and cheese oozes out. Ready in 10 minutes—pure Italian sandwich bliss.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- 2 whole croissants, large
- 6 oz fresh mozzarella
- 3 tbsp basil pesto
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small (optional) tomato, ripe
Instructions
- 1
Split the croissants horizontally and spread 1.5 tbsp pesto on each bottom half.
- 2
Tear mozzarella into thick pieces and layer over pesto on both halves, dividing evenly.
- 3
Top with croissant lids. Spread 0.5 tbsp butter on the outside of each top and bottom.
- 4
Heat a skillet over medium-high until butter foams, ~90 seconds.
- 5
Place sandwiches flat side down and cook until golden and crispy, 2–3 minutes per side.
- 6
Slice in half if desired. Serve hot while cheese is still melty.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- 12-inch skillet or griddle
- spatula
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