Description
This Garlic Herb Croissant Breakfast Bake is a savory and indulgent morning treat featuring buttery garlic herb spread, layers of deli ham, scrambled eggs, and melted Muenster cheese all enclosed in flaky croissants. Perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings, these baked croissants combine rich flavors and a golden crust for a satisfying start to the day.
Ingredients
Scale
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) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic, finely chopped fresh parsley, and kosher salt to create a flavorful garlic butter spread.
- Prepare Croissants: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the bottom halves of the split croissants, reserving some butter for brushing the tops later. Arrange these croissant bottoms on the prepared baking sheets to form the base.
- Build the Layers: On each croissant bottom, layer 3 slices of deli ham, then add about a heaping ¼ cup of scrambled eggs, and top with one slice of Muenster cheese for creamy richness.
- Top Croissants: Place the remaining croissant tops over the fillings to enclose the savory layers inside.
- Brush with Butter: Melt the remaining garlic butter and brush it generously over the croissant tops to enhance browning and flavor during baking.
- Bake: Bake the assembled croissants in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the croissants are beautifully golden brown and the cheese inside is fully melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can prepare the scrambled eggs ahead of time to save time during assembly.
- Use day-old croissants for best texture and to avoid sogginess.
- Feel free to substitute deli ham with turkey or cooked bacon according to your preference.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, add an extra half teaspoon of minced garlic to the butter.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
