How to Make Overnight Breakfast Bake with Ham, Cheese, and Croissants - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like waking up to the smell of a delicious breakfast baking in the oven. And when it comes to easy, satisfying morning meals, few dishes can top an Overnight Breakfast Bake with Ham, Cheese, and Croissants. This hearty, comforting casserole is the perfect way to start your day, and the best part is, you can prepare it the night before, so all you have to do in the morning is pop it in the oven and enjoy.

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Ingredients

  • butter-flavored cooking spray
  • 2 large croissants
  • ½ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1 cup diced cooked ham
  • 6 large eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Cool Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 8x8 casserole

  • Spray an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Cut croissants into 1 inch cubes (about 4 cups, loosely packed) and spread out on the bottom of the prepared pan. Sprinkle evenly with cheese and ham.
  • Combine eggs, milk, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Beat the mixture until well blended using a wire whisk or an egg beater.
  • Pour egg mixture evenly over the top of the croissants, cheese, and ham.
  • Cover tightly with aluminum foil and place in the refrigerator for 8 hours.
  • When ready to bake, set the dish out of the refrigerator on the counter, Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Uncover casserole, place in the center of the preheated oven, and bake until the casserole is set, and a knife inserted into the middle of the casserole comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes.
  • Cut into serving pieces and garnish with chopped green onions.
  • Nutrition

    313 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 235mg
    • Sodium: 682mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Potassium: 235mg