Back To All Posts5 Easy K-12 Menu Ideas Using Whole Grain Square Croissants
November 25, 2025
School districts are always looking for menu items that feel fresh, fun, and kid-approved — without adding extra work to busy kitchens. That’s where Baker Boy’s new Medium Square Sandwich Croissants with Whole Grain shines.
With a soft, flaky texture and a versatile square shape, this croissant is the perfect platform for both classic builds and creative new favorites at breakfast or lunch. And because it provides a 2 Grain Oz. Equivalent, it fits seamlessly into K-12 meal programs.
Many of these menu ideas are designed specifically with K-12 school foodservice in mind — from whole grain-rich formulations to easy prep and consistent results at scale. Baker Boy works closely with school districts and child nutrition teams to support breakfast and lunch programs that meet guidelines while keeping students excited about what’s on the menu. Learn more about how Baker Boy supports schools and K-12 foodservice programs.
Built for Busy School Kitchens
Here are five easy menu ideas to help your team get the most out of this flexible, whole-grain-rich croissant while staying fully aligned with meal pattern guidelines..
“Lunch Box Classic” Croissant
This builds on the always-popular deli combo. Fill the Medium Square Croissant with lean turkey breast, low-sodium ham and reduced-fat cheese. Many districts already offer sub-style sandwiches, so this option uses ingredients they have on hand — just with a more premium, kid-appreciated carrier. Offer with an optional lettuce piece on the sandwich and serve with baby carrots, applesauce and milk for a balanced lunch.
Sunrise Egg & Cheese Croissant Square
A warm, familiar breakfast favorite. Layer a fluffy scrambled egg patty and a slice of reduced-fat cheddar between the Medium Square Croissant slices for a perfectly portable morning sandwich. Schools can easily add turkey sausage or keep it vegetarian to meet different meal patterns. Serve with fresh fruit and a milk choice for a complete reimbursable breakfast.
BBQ Chicken Warm-Up Melt
Tuck pulled BBQ chicken and reduced-fat cheese into the Medium Square Croissant, then heat until warm and melty. The buttery croissant complements the sweet-savory BBQ flavor and brings a fun twist to the usual BBQ sandwich. Add a side salad or baked beans to round out a hearty lunch entrée.
Pizza Croissant Square
A creative option that uses standard school pizza ingredients. Add marinara, part-skim mozzarella and turkey pepperoni (or keep it cheese-only) inside the Medium Square Croissant and bake lightly until the cheese melts. It gives the familiar pizza flavors but in a handheld, mess-free sandwich format kids will love.
Yogurt, Berry & Cream Cheese Breakfast Croissant
A cold breakfast sandwich that’s visually appealing and easy to prep. Use the whole grain-rich Medium Square Croissant as the base. Spread a thin layer of reduced-fat cream cheese on the bottom half, then add a scoop of USDA IQF mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries). Top with a portion of reduced-fat vanilla yogurt and close with the top croissant half.
Flexibility That Fits School Meal Programs
With just a few simple ingredients, Baker Boy can help schools add variety, creativity and student appeal to their menus — without adding complexity.
Whether served warm or cold, savory or sweet, these croissants offer a reliable, whole-grain-rich base that works across grade levels and dayparts. As districts continue looking for foods that are easy to prep, fun to serve and loved by students, this versatile croissant delivers the flexibility K-12 kitchens need.
Ready to bring more kid-approved, whole grain-rich variety to your K-12 breakfast and lunch menus? Explore Baker Boy’s Medium Square Croissants with Whole Grain, then connect with your local distributor to review specs, nutrition details, and ordering options for your district. If you need help finding the right partner, Baker Boy’s team is happy to point you in the right direction.
NOTE: The images used in this post were created with the assistance of AI and are intended for illustrative purposes only to showcase ideas for using the Medium Square Croissant. A real photo of the croissant, along with the ideation information, was used as image prompts.
