# Stuffed Breakfast Croissants IHOP's Criss-Croissants are Available in Sweet and Savory Flavors By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-08-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crisscroissants References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2016/08/01/ihop-brings-back-criss-croissants-in-3-new-flavors/) & [ihop](http://www.ihop.com/menus/main-menu/whats-new) In an effort to continue expanding its breakfast offerings, [IHOP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancake-tacos) recently brought back its popular Criss-Croissants. Available in both sweet and savory varieties, the hybrid breakfast treats allow consumers to enjoy the flakiness of a croissant along with their favorite breakfast toppings. The Criss-Croissants are a hybrid item that consists of 27 layers of croissant pastry dough that has been grilled with a waffle iron. The doughy exterior is then stuffed with different combinations of sweet or savory toppings. For those craving something sweet, the chain offers a Salted Caramel and Banana option, as well as a Strawberries and Sweet Cream Cheese option. On the other hand, veggie lovers are sure to enjoy the Spinach & Roasted Red Pepper version of the dish. The new Criss-Croissants capitalize on the growing demand for hybrid dishes that combine already popular ingredients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Dishes:** There is an opportunity for restaurants to create more hybrid dishes that combine popular ingredients. - **Personalization:** Consumers have shown interest in personalized breakfast options, and incorporating this trend could lead to further innovation. - **Unexpected Flavor Combinations:** Incorporating non-traditional flavors in breakfast dishes could lead to a unique dining experience and set a brand apart from its competitors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant:** Restaurants could create more breakfast options that incorporate the trends of hybrid dishes, personalization, and unexpected flavor combinations. - **Food Manufacturing:** There is an opportunity for food manufacturers to create frozen or prepackaged versions of the Criss-Croissants for at-home breakfast convenience. - **Food Delivery:** Food delivery services could partner with restaurants to offer niche breakfast options like the Criss-Croissants to consumers who may not have access to them otherwise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Onigiri Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onigiri-croissant.md) - [Savory Croissant-Waffle Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croffle-house.md) - [All-Day Pancake Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancake-tacos.md) - [Biscuit-Themed Breakfast Selections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ihop-3.md) - [Cookie-Stuffed Belgian Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-crumble-belgian-waffle.md) - [Savory Egg Croffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croffle-savory.md) - [Flattened Chocolate-Filled Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-crisps.md) - [Cookie Dough Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-springs-cookie-dough-croissant.md) - [Creamy Croissant-Style Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-cream-croissantstyle-donuts.md)