Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole, perfect for brunch or a hearty breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large croissants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the croissant pieces, diced ham, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Mix well and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant and ham mixture in the baking dish. Gently press down to ensure the croissants are soaked in the egg mixture.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the liquid.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ham with sautéed vegetables like bell peppers and spinach.
- Add some heat by including diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes in the egg mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg