Easy Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham & Cheese

Easy Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham & Cheese RECIPE BY RACHEL THOMPSON

PREP 15 mins COOK 40 mins CALS 380 kcal YIELD 12 servings The Story Best Ever Fluffy Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham and Cheese

What You'll Need ✓ 6-8 large day-old croissants, torn into 1.5-inch pieces 🥓 1 cup diced cooked ham 🧀 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyere) 🥚 6 large eggs 🥛 1.5 cups whole milk 🥛 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional) ✓ 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 🧂 1 tsp salt 🌶️ 1/2 tsp black pepper ✓ Pinch of nutmeg ✓ Fresh chives, for garnish

How to Make It 🧼 STEP 1 Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Tear or cut croissants into 1.5-inch pieces and scatter... 👨‍🍳 STEP 2 Sprinkle diced ham and shredded cheese evenly over the croissants. 🥣 STEP 3 In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream (if using), Dijon mustard, salt... 🥣 STEP 4 Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant, ham, and cheese. Gently press down on t... 👨‍🍳 STEP 5 Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or prefer... 🌡️ STEP 6 Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove casserole from fridge 30 minutes before baking. ⏲️ STEP 7 Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. ⏲️ STEP 8 Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown, puffed up,... 👨‍🍳 STEP 9 Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chives, if ...

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