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Croissant Breakfast Casserole


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

This Croissant Breakfast Casserole is a delicious blend of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese, soaking in a rich custard made with eggs and cream. Perfect for brunch!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 large croissants
  • 8 oz sliced ham
  • 8 oz sliced roasted turkey
  • 8 oz sliced Swiss cheese
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for serving)
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut croissants in half lengthwise. Layer half in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Add half the ham, half the turkey, and half the cheese over the croissants. Repeat with the remaining layers.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour custard evenly over the casserole. Gently press down. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Let the casserole sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until golden and set.
  8. Let cool 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with warm raspberry jam.

Notes

  • For a sweeter version, you can add more maple syrup.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg