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Simple Croissant Bake Recipe

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This Simple Croissant Bake is a savory and sweet layered casserole featuring flaky croissants soaked in an herbed egg mixture, filled with deli meats and cheeses, and topped with a honey butter drizzle. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s perfect for an easy and impressive brunch or breakfast dish.

Ingredients

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Croissant Bake Ingredients

  • 6–8 pieces Croissants (cut into halves or thirds)
  • 10–12 slices deli meat (ham, prosciutto, turkey breast, or salami)
  • 8–10 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese

Egg Mixture

  • 3–4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary

Honey Butter Topping

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Preparation Steps: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s ready for baking. Cut the croissants into halves or thirds to create bite-sized pieces that will soak up the egg mixture and layer well.
  2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream (or milk), salt, garlic salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary until fully combined to create a flavorful soaking liquid for the croissants.
  3. Soak Croissants: Dunk each croissant piece into the egg mixture, allowing it to absorb some of the liquid, then shake off any excess to prevent sogginess. Arrange the soaked croissant pieces evenly in a baking dish to form the base layer.
  4. Add Meats and Cheese: Fill the spaces between the croissant pieces with slices of deli meat and both Swiss and mozzarella cheese to add savory flavor and gooey texture layers throughout the bake.
  5. Prepare Honey Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, honey, and fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. This sweet and herbaceous topping will enhance the overall flavor.
  6. Drizzle Topping: Evenly drizzle the honey butter mixture over the assembled croissant bake, ensuring coverage for a caramelized crust and rich flavor when baked.
  7. Bake the Dish: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake at 350°F for approximately 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the honey butter topping is golden.
  8. Baste Halfway Through: Halfway through baking, baste the croissant bake with any accumulated honey butter from the dish to enhance moisture and flavor continuity throughout the bake.
  9. Serve Warm: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm as a delightful breakfast or brunch option.

Notes

  • You can substitute heavy cream with milk for a lighter version, although heavy cream yields a richer texture.
  • Feel free to mix different deli meats or cheeses based on your preference for variety.
  • Fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme add brightness; dried herbs can be used if fresh are unavailable, but use about half the quantity.
  • Make sure not to soak croissants excessively to prevent sogginess; a quick dip is sufficient.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if chilling before cooking.
  • Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad to balance the richness.

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