Description
Croissant breakfast casserole is a delightful fusion of buttery croissants, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese, making it the perfect centerpiece for brunch. This easy-to-make dish can be customized with your favorite fillings, ensuring a delicious start to your day that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 day-old croissants, torn into pieces
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Swiss)
- 1 cup diced cooked ham or bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the torn croissants evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in shredded cheese and diced ham/bacon. Pour over croissants evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Use stale croissants for better absorption of the egg mixture. Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor. Experiment with fillings such as spinach or mushrooms for variety.