Easy Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole
A comforting breakfast casserole made with buttery croissants, savory ham, and melted cheese, perfect for busy mornings and brunch gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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 pieces are coated.
- Add the diced ham and shredded cheese, mixing gently to create a well-distributed mixture.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden on top.
- If you like, garnish with green onions or fresh herbs before serving warm.
Notes
Use slightly stale croissants for better absorption of the egg mixture. Customize toppings to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 220mg