Easy Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole
A delightful breakfast casserole made with buttery croissants, ham, and cheese, perfect for feeding a crowd or a cozy brunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 croissants
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Swiss)
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions or herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant pieces, ensuring all are thoroughly coated.
- Add the diced ham and shredded cheese, mixing gently to ensure it’s well distributed.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is set and golden on top.
- If desired, garnish with green onions or fresh herbs before serving warm.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream to the egg mixture. You can also prepare the casserole the night before and bake it in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 250mg