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Ham And Cheese Croissant Casserole


Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 15 people
Overhead photo of a casserole made with ham, cheese, and croissants.

This savory Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole is an easy recipe made with croissants, deli ham, and shredded Swiss cheese. It can be prepped the night before for ultimate convenience. Serve topped with powdered sugar and raspberry jam for a delectable sweet twist that tastes like a Monte Cristo!

Ingredients  

Casserole

  • 8 large croissants 20oz. or 570g, left out overnight
  • 12 ounces Black Forest deli ham 340g
  • 8 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
  • 8 large eggs
  • ½ cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon white ground pepper or black pepper
  • 100% pure maple syrup

Toppings


Instructions

  • Cut the 8 large croissants up into cubes about 1 to 1.5 inches in size and add to a large bowl.
    Cubed croissant pieces in a white bowl.
  • Chop the 12 ounces Black Forest deli ham up into pieces, separate any layers that may be sticking to each other, and add to the bowl with the croissants.
  • Add 8 ounces shredded Swiss cheese to the croissants and ham bowl and toss to combine.
    Deli ham and shredded cheese in a bowl.
  • Spread the mixture out into a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.
    Croissant pieces, ham slices, and shredded cheese in a baking dish.
  • In a medium mixing bowl or large measure cup, beat 8 large eggs and then add ½ cup half and half, ⅓ 100% pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon white ground pepper and mix together.
    Eggs, cream, and seasonings being whisked in a mixing bowl.
  • Pour the liquid mixture over the croissant mixture as evenly as possible. Drizzle up to ¼ more of maple syrup over the top if desired.
    Egg mixture being poured over ham and cheese breakfast casserole before baking.
  • Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and let the casserole soak for at least 20 minutes while the oven preheats.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Bake for 20 minutes covered, then remove the aluminum foil, rotate that pan, and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes until the top is golden and slightly toasted and the egg is fully cooked.
    Close up of baked ham and cheese croissant casserole.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry jam and additional maple syrup.
    Raspberry jam being spooned over a slice of ham and cheese breakfast casserole on a white plate.


Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 573mg | Potassium: 158mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 507IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 1mg

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