Say good morning to the ultimate breakfast indulgence: Ham & Cheese Croissant Casserole! This irresistible bake is easy to love because it takes all your favorite flavors from the classic ham and cheese sandwich, like the flaky croissants, savory ham, and gooey cheese, and turns them into a baked form to bring you even more melty goodness. To make it even more loveable, the creamy custard base adds a velvety texture and richness to every bite. Treat yourself to this heavenly Ham & Cheese Croissant Casserole and get ready for a day you’re sure to love!
Ingredients
- 10 (1.25-ounce) slices deli smoked ham, sliced to 1/4-inch-thickness
- 10 mini croissants
- 10 (.5-ounce) slices Swiss cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- thyme sprigs, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
Step 2 –Microwave the ham slices between paper towels on a microwavable plate on high heat for 45 seconds. Blot them with new paper towels to remove the excess moisture.
Step 3 –Split the croissants open with a serrated knife and top the bottom halves with 1 of the ham slices and 1 of the cheese slices, folding the ham and cheese to fit, as needed.
Step 4 –Place the stuffed croissants into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5 –In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, the heavy cream, and the Dijon mustard together.
Step 6 –Slowly pour the egg mixture over the stuffed croissants, cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to overnight.
Step 7 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 8 –Discard the plastic wrap and bake the casserole, covering with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes to prevent it from overbrowning, until it is golden-brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40-45 minutes.
Step 9 –Transfer the casserole from the oven and garnish with the thyme sprigs.
Step 10 –Serve.