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Easy Savory Croissant Bake

Sylwia Vaclavek
A breakfast treat that's not only delicious but ridiculously easy to make - Croissant Bake. Buttery flakiness of croissants, the creaminess of eggs, and the savory goodness of sliced meats and cheese all baked into one glorious dish
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 395 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • whisk or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • cheese grater
  • oven mitts

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 - 6 day old croissants
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup HWC or ½ + HWC
  • 1 tbs butter to grease the baking dish
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 6 - 8 slices black forest ham or ham of your choice
  • 5 slices prosciutto
  • 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
  • Start by tearing or cutting the croissants into bite size pieces. Arrange one layer of the bread at the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Follow by torn pieces of ham and prosciutto and some of the shredded cheese
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy whipping cream, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, smoked paprika and fresh herbs.
  • Add another layer of torn croissants and meats, and more cheese
  • Slowly pour the egg and cream mixture over the bread and meat. Lightly press down and mix a little with the fork to arrange the pieces.
  • Add the last layer of shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use Stale Croissants - it will prevent them from becoming too soggy when soaked in the egg mixture. 
Cut Ingredients Evenly - this will ensure even cooking and distribution of the ingredients throughout the bake.
Grease the baking dish - to prevent the breakfast bake from sticking. 
Layer ingredients evenly - to ensure every bite is filled with deliciousness.
Let it Rest Before Serving - allow the Croissant Breakfast Bake to cool slightly before serving. This will make it easier to slice and serve, and it will also help the flavors to meld together.
Customize to your taste - add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or tomatoes; swap out the ham and prosciutto for cooked bacon or sausage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 17gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 1043mgPotassium: 202mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1191IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 256mgIron: 2mg
Keyword breakfast, croissant
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