Pimento Cheese Stuffed Croissants

Are you hosting a Master's party? Are you a golf fan? Do you want to learn how to make your own pimento cheese? These stuffed Pimento Croissants are going to be a hit with the golf fans in your home! Just like the 1.50 pimento sandwiches served on white bread in Augusta but platter-girlied up a bit. Picture this: flaky croissants filled with creamy pimento cheese, tangy pickles, spicy jalapeños, and gooey cheddar dipped in a cool fresh herb ranch you will love this combo.

First of all we need to learn how to make Pimento Cheese. And yes you can buy it around town I typically find it at Trader Joes and Fred Meyer. Here is a traditional Augusta-Style Pimento Cheese Recipe you can easily make at home.

Augusta-Style Pimento Cheese

Ingredients:

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup diced pimentos, drained

1 tablespoon grated onion (optional)

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, diced pimentos, and grated onion (if using).

2. Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl.

3. Using a spatula or spoon, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and creamy. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.

4. Transfer the pimento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Serve chilled as a spread for sandwiches, crackers, or as a dip for vegetables.

Check out my cookbook Mostly Plant-Based Platters & Boards for a simple Pimento Cheese recipe and tons of delicious vegetarian charcuterie ideas... ok now back to the croissants!

PIMENTO CHEESE STUFFED CROISSANTS

Ingredients:

• Large croissants

• Pimento cheese (store-bought or homemade)

• Slices of pickle and sweet & spicy jalapeños

• Sharp cheddar cheese slices

• Fresh cilantro

• Homemade Herb Ranch for drizzling

• Melted butter

• Garlic Chive Salt (such as @josusalts)

Assembly Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
   

2. Carefully cut into each croissant, creating a pocket without slicing all the way through.
   

3. Generously stuff each croissant with pimento cheese, followed by slices of pickle, sweet & spicy jalapeños, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro.
   

4. Brush the tops of the croissants with melted butter and sprinkle with a pinch of Garlic Chive Salt for an extra kick of flavor.
   

5. Place the stuffed croissants on the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and the croissants are lightly toasted.

Indulge and Enjoy:

Once out of the oven, these pimento cheese stuffed croissants are ready to be devoured. The combination of creamy pimento cheese, tangy pickles, spicy jalapeños, and fresh cilantro nestled within the flaky croissant is definitely a masterpiece! See what I did there?

For an added burst of flavor, drizzle some homemade Herb Ranch over the top before serving.