Croissant Breakfast Casserole
This Croissant Breakfast Casserole is a rich and satisfying morning dish featuring flaky croissants, eggs, cheese, and savory breakfast sausage baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 flaky croissants, cut into cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Spread the cubed croissants evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese over the croissants.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over all the ingredients in the dish.
- Lightly press the croissants down to help them soak up the egg mixture.
- Cover the casserole with foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- Remove the casserole from the fridge 15 minutes before baking.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and the eggs are set.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
For a veggie twist, add diced bell peppers or spinach before baking. Serve with fresh fruit or a light salad for a balanced breakfast.