Monte Cristo Croissant Breakfast Casserole

45m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Layer the torn croissants evenly in a baking dish.
  2. 2Sprinkle the ham, gruyere, and havarti chunks throughout the croissants.
  3. 3In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme until smooth.
  4. 4Pour the mixture evenly over the croissants, gently pressing down so everything soaks in.
  5. 5Cover with foil.
  6. 6Bake at 350°F for 30–45 minutes until set.
  7. 7Remove the cover and broil for 2–3 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. 8Finish with fresh chives if using.

Ingredients

  • 8 small croissants torn into pieces
  • 1 cup shredded ham
  • 2 cups shredded gruyere cheese
  • 0.5 cup havarti cheese chunks
  • 8 eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 Big pinch fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1.5 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • Fresh chives, optional
  • powdered sugar, optional
  • raspberry jam, optional

Equipment

baking dishbowlfoil

Tips

  • For a full Monte Cristo experience, dust lightly with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry jam on the side.