Description
A delicious and easy-to-make breakfast casserole featuring flaky croissants, eggs, and cheese, perfect for a special brunch or holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, torn into pieces
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Add the torn croissant pieces to the egg mixture and gently fold to combine.
- Stir in the cheese, cooked bacon or sausage (if using), and green onions.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or meats.
- This casserole can be made a day in advance, making it perfect for entertaining.
- Serve with fresh fruit or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole, breakfast casserole, croissant casserole, brunch recipe