Delightful Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole
A make-ahead breakfast casserole featuring fluffy croissants, eggs, and cheese that turns breakfast into a delightful experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 croissants, torn into pieces
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Swiss)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon or sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup diced vegetables (like bell peppers and onions)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and arrange them evenly in the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissants, gently pressing down to ensure soaking.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese, crumbled bacon (or sausage), and diced vegetables on top.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize ingredients based on your preferences. Serve warm with fresh fruit or maple syrup.
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