Description
This Ham and Cheese Croissant Casserole is a delightful breakfast or brunch dish combining buttery croissants, savory Black Forest ham, and melted Swiss cheese soaked in a flavorful egg and maple syrup custard. Baked to golden perfection and topped with powdered sugar and raspberry jam, this casserole offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Casserole
- 8 large croissants (20 oz. or 570 g), left out overnight
- 12 ounces Black Forest deli ham (340 g), chopped
- 8 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon white ground pepper or black pepper
- ⅓ cup 100% pure maple syrup
Toppings
- Powdered sugar
- Raspberry jam
Instructions
- Prepare Croissants and Meat: Cut the croissants into 1 to 1.5 inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Chop the Black Forest ham into pieces, separating any layers, and add to the croissants.
- Add Cheese: Add shredded Swiss cheese to the croissant and ham mixture, then toss to combine evenly.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Spread the croissant, ham, and cheese mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- Mix Custard: In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, beat the eggs. Add half and half, maple syrup, salt, mustard powder, garlic powder, and white pepper, then whisk until well combined.
- Pour Custard Over Mixture: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the croissant mixture in the baking dish. Optionally, drizzle up to ¼ cup more maple syrup on top.
- Soak: Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and let it soak for at least 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F.
- Bake Covered: Bake the casserole covered with foil for 20 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil, rotate the pan, and bake an additional 25 minutes until the top is golden, toasted, and the eggs are fully set.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry jam and any extra maple syrup as desired.
Notes
- Allow croissants to sit overnight to dry out slightly, helping them absorb the custard better.
- Using Black Forest ham adds a sweet and smoky flavor, but other deli hams can be substituted.
- Maple syrup can be adjusted for sweetness according to taste preferences.
- Letting the casserole soak before baking improves texture and flavor absorption.
- Ensure the eggs are fully cooked and set before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Raspberry jam and powdered sugar add a nice balance of sweetness and tartness when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
