Description
The Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is a versatile dish perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or busy mornings. Featuring flaky crescent rolls, creamy cream cheese, savory ham, and a subtle jalapeño kick, this casserole blends convenience with bold flavors. It’s easy to prepare and can be customized to suit various tastes.
Ingredients
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- 1 package crescent rolls
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup cubed ham (thick cut)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., Colby Jack or Cheddar)
- 1 jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon freeze-dried parsley (optional)
- Butter or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls
- Roll out the crescent rolls and place a small dollop of cream cheese in the center of each triangle.
- Roll the dough as instructed on the package, encasing the cream cheese.
- Arrange in Casserole Dish
- Place the prepared crescent rolls in the greased dish in an even layer.
- Prepare Egg Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
- Add Toppings
- Evenly distribute the cubed ham, shredded cheese, and chopped jalapeños over the crescent rolls.
- Pour Egg Mixture
- Carefully pour the egg mixture over the crescent rolls and toppings, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Check at 30 minutes; cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.
- Cool and Serve
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm.