Description
Indulge in the Garlic Butter Steak and Brie Croissant Melt, a decadent and comforting sandwich combining tender, savory steak with creamy brie cheese, all layered inside flaky, buttery croissants. Enhanced by the rich flavor of garlic butter and fresh herbs, this melt is perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit any taste or dietary preference.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 8 oz sirloin or ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 4 oz soft Brie cheese, sliced
Croissants
- 4 fresh croissants
Garlic Butter
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Herbs and Seasonings
- Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped for garnish
- Optional: mustard for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Mince fresh garlic and mix it thoroughly with softened unsalted butter. Set aside to allow flavors to meld while you prepare other ingredients.
- Cook the Steak: Season the thinly sliced steak with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt a small amount of the garlic butter. Cook the steak for a few minutes until browned and tender. Remove from heat and let rest.
- Assemble the Croissants: Slice each croissant horizontally without cutting all the way through to form a pocket. Spread a generous layer of garlic butter on both inside surfaces. Layer with cooked steak slices and then slices of creamy Brie cheese.
- Melt and Toast: Place the assembled croissants back onto the skillet or under a broiler. Cook gently until the Brie starts to melt and the croissants turn golden and crispy on the outside.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped thyme or parsley for color and freshness. Serve warm, optionally with mustard, and enjoy.
Notes
- Use day-old or fresh bakery croissants for optimal flakiness and texture.
- Thinly slice the steak for quick cooking and tender bites.
- Cook steak in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure a good sear.
- Let Brie cheese come to room temperature for smoother melting.
- Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor.
- Garlic butter sparingly inside to avoid soggy croissants.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg