Asparagus Croissants
Asparagus with melted Gouda cheese and sage wrapped up in a croissant, baked until perfectly golden, and then drizzled with honey. These Asparagus Croissants are a unique and delicious side dish or appetizer that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 216kcal
Ingredients
- ~24 spears fresh asparagus one bunch
- 8 ounce package refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 slices Gouda cheese about 1 ounce each
- 8-16 leaves fresh sage chopped
- 1 large egg
- honey for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Snap ends off asparagus. Toss asparagus with olive oil and salt. Set aside.
- Spread out crescent rolls on prepared baking sheets.
- Place one half of a slice of cheese on each crescent roll.
- Place 1 to 2 sage leaves on top of each piece of cheese.
- Next, put 2-3 spears of asparagus on top crescent roll at the thickest part. Then roll tightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk egg with 1 teaspoon of water. Light brush egg wash over the top of each croissant.
- Bake for 14-17 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven. Drizzle with honey before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 137IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1mg