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Buttery Ham and Cheese Croissants Bake

A rich and savory baked dish made with flaky croissants, ham, melted cheese, and a buttery custard, perfect for brunch or an easy comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Croissant Bake
  • 6 butter croissants cut into chunks
  • 8 oz cooked ham sliced or diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Gruyère or Swiss
  • 4 eggs large
  • 1.5 cups milk or half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Layer half of the croissant pieces in the dish, followed by ham and cheese.
  3. Repeat with remaining croissants, ham, and cheese.
  4. Whisk eggs, milk, butter, mustard, salt, and pepper together.
  5. Pour custard evenly over the croissant layers.
  6. Let rest 10–15 minutes to absorb.
  7. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

Can be assembled ahead and baked the next day.