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Ham and Cheese Croissant Strata
Delicious baked egg casserole with tons of ham and cheese, and leftover croissants.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 648 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 large croissants preferably day-old, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 ½ cups cooked ham diced (or substitute with bacon, turkey, etc.)
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère Swiss, or cheddar cheese (or a mix)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups half-and-half or whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons everything Bagel seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- fresh herbs optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Tear the croissants into medium pieces and spread them evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the diced ham evenly over the croissant pieces.
- Add 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheese, distributing it evenly over the ham and croissants.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant, ham, and cheese layers. Gently press down the croissant pieces to ensure they are soaked in the egg mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese on top.
- Mix the melted butter with the everything bagel seasoning. Evenly sprinkle this mixture over the top of the strata.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate the strata for at least 4 hours or overnight. This step is crucial for allowing the croissants to absorb the egg mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the strata from the fridge, uncover, and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking.
- Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden and puffed, and the center is set (a knife inserted in the center should come out clean).
- Let the strata rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
648kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
45g
(69%)
Saturated Fat
25g
(125%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
301mg
(100%)
Sodium
1188mg
(50%)
Potassium
380mg
(11%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
1436IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
480mg
(48%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 648
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 648kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 301mg | 100% |
| Sodium | 1188mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1436IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 480mg | 48% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.