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Easy Croissant Egg Bake Recipe for a Perfect Budget-Friendly Brunch

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A simple, satisfying, and budget-friendly croissant egg bake that combines buttery croissants, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese for a cozy brunch treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large croissants, preferably day-old
  • 8 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • ½ cup diced red or green bell pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
  • ½ cup diced cooked ham or cooked bacon strips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease the baking dish with butter.
  3. Chop the croissants into roughly 2-inch pieces.
  4. Sauté the onion and bell pepper in 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until onion is translucent and pepper is softened.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the 8 eggs, 1 cup of milk, salt, pepper, and dried herbs until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  6. Layer the croissant pieces evenly in the greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the sautéed onion and bell pepper over the croissants.
  8. Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
  9. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissants and cheese, pressing down gently with a spatula to help the croissants soak up the liquid.
  10. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the custard.
  11. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly. Test doneness by inserting a knife in the center; it should come out mostly clean.
  12. Let the bake cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use day-old croissants for best texture to avoid sogginess. Sauté veggies before adding to prevent watery bake. Let the mixture rest before baking to allow croissants to soak up custard. For a crispier top, broil for last 2 minutes watching carefully. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.

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