Description
A luxurious and comforting breakfast casserole featuring buttery croissants, rich custard, and savory meats, topped with warm gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large croissants, cut into pieces
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup cooked sausage or ham, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Gravy for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a large mixing bowl until frothy.
- Prepare the baking dish by greasing it with butter or oil.
- Layer the croissant pieces evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Add the diced sausage or ham, chopped onions, and bell peppers over the croissants.
- Soak the layered ingredients with the egg mixture, pressing down gently.
- Rest the dish overnight in the refrigerator, covered tightly with plastic wrap.
- Bake in the morning at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzled with gravy.
Notes
For special dietary needs, replace sausage with plant-based alternatives or increase vegetable content. Ensure to check for doneness as baking times may vary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 350mg
Keywords: breakfast casserole, croissant bake, holiday brunch