Description
This Garlic Herb Croissant Breakfast Bake is a delightful morning treat featuring flaky croissants filled with savory layers of deli ham, scrambled eggs, and melted Muenster cheese. Elevated with a homemade garlic herb butter, this recipe is baked to golden perfection, offering a rich and comforting start to your day.
Ingredients
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Garlic Herb Butter
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Main Ingredients
- 8 baked croissants, split horizontally
- 24 slices deli ham
- 12 large eggs, scrambled
- 8 slices Muenster cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent the croissants from sticking during baking.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, finely chopped fresh parsley, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful garlic herb butter spread.
- Prepare Croissants: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the bottom halves of the split croissants. Reserve some butter for later use. Arrange the croissant bottoms on the prepared baking sheets to serve as the base layer.
- Build the Layers: On each croissant bottom, layer 3 slices of deli ham evenly. Next, add about a heaping ¼ cup of scrambled eggs on top of the ham. Finally, place one slice of Muenster cheese over the eggs for a creamy touch.
- Top Croissants: Place the remaining croissant tops over the filled bottoms, enclosing the savory fillings inside the flaky bread.
- Brush with Butter: Melt the reserved garlic herb butter and generously brush it over the croissant tops. This step enhances browning and infuses the croissants with extra flavor during baking.
- Bake: Bake the assembled croissants in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the croissants turn golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Ensure croissants are fresh or slightly stale for best texture when baking.
- You can substitute Muenster cheese with Swiss or cheddar for different flavors.
- Scramble the eggs just until cooked but still moist to keep the filling creamy.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- This recipe serves 8, perfect for a family breakfast or brunch gathering.
