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Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Indulge in Croissant Breakfast Casserole for Cozy Mornings

This Croissant Breakfast Casserole combines flaky croissants, creamy eggs, and savory ham for a delicious breakfast dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 pieces Croissants substitute with any flaky pastry or day-old bread
  • 8 large Eggs no direct substitutes recommended
  • 2 cups Whole Milk use half-and-half for a richer flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese substitute with any melty cheese like Monterey Jack
  • 2 cups Diced Cooked Ham can be omitted or replaced with sautéed spinach or mushrooms
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers substitute with any color bell pepper or zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh minced onion is a great alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can be omitted for simplicity
For Serving
  • 2 cups Fresh Fruit consider berries or citrus
  • 2 cups Light Salad use greens like arugula or spinach
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon opt for turkey bacon for a lighter option

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together the eggs, whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until light and fluffy.
  3. Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the egg mixture.
  4. Mix in the diced cooked ham, bell peppers, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center sets and the top is golden brown.
  8. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare the casserole the night before; just add 10-15 extra minutes to the baking time if chilled from the fridge.

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