Savoury Crumpet Toppings: 25 BEST Ideas!

If you need ideas for savoury crumpet toppings, you’re in luck! 

If you’re bored of spreading sweet jams and honey on your breakfast (or lunch or dinner), you fancy trying something completely new, or you just don’t have much of a sweet tooth, there are so many tasty options to explore. 

Let’s jump right in and take a look… 

Savoury crumpet toppings you need to try today

1. Smoked salmon and cream cheese
2. Grilled halloumi and chilli jam
3. A fried or poached egg, with a dash of hot sauce
4. Bacon, shredded lettuce, and tomato
5. Cheddar and your favourite chutney 
6. Bacon, hash brown, egg, and cheese
7. Pizza sauce, pepperoni, and cheese
8. Baked beans, with a dash of Worcestershire sauce
9. Shredded pesto chicken
10. Spicy shrimps 
11. Guacamole, chilli flakes, and fresh lime juice 
12. Hummus and grated carrot 
13. Sliced boiled egg 
14. Prosciutto, pear, and balsamic vinegar 
15. Marmite 
16. Rocket, avocado, and fresh lemon juice 
17. Sliced tomatoes and fresh basil leaves (rub your crumpet with a clove of garlic for extra deliciousness!) 
18. Olive tapenade 
19. Spicy tomato salsa 
20. Garlic mushrooms
21. Tofu scramble and hot sauce
22. Mushrooms with caramelised onions
23. Roasted tomatoes with garlic and kale 
24. Sliced falafel, hummus, and tahini dip 
25. Leftovers!

Just a final few words on that last idea right there, as it’s one of my favourite options that I use at least once a week, and never get bored of. If you’ve got leftovers from last night’s dinner, there’s a pretty good chance that they’ll work really well as a savoury crumpet topping idea.

You can do this with chilli con carne, stews, casseroles, curries, and a huge variety of other dishes. Just reheat, pile on to your toasted crumpet, and you’re good to go! If you like, you can add some fresh herbs, dried chilli flakes, or a little grated cheese before popping under the grill until melty and delicious. 

Using up your leftovers cuts down on waste, is good for the environment and your wallet, and stops you from having to make an extra trip to the supermarket. Total winner all round! 

Final thoughts on savoury crumpet topping ideas

Sweet choices like jams and honey might be the most obvious option for spreading on crumpets, but there are tons of different choices for those days when you’d prefer to tuck into something savoury. 

From quick fixes for busy days like Marmite or cheese, through to slightly more special options like halloumi and chilli jam that you might want to save for a relaxing weekend treat, you need never get bored of a trusty crumpet. 

Do you have any ideas to add to the list? If so, leave a comment below and share your thoughts!