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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole for a Cozy Family Brunch

This Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is an easy and delicious recipe perfect for brunch, featuring creamy cheese, savory ham, and a dash of jalapeño.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cans Crescent Rolls Use any brand of refrigerated dough
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can swap with Neufchâtel for a lighter alternative
  • 6 large Eggs Fresh eggs make a noticeable difference in flavor
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk can be considered as substitutes
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Colby Jack and Cheddar) Feel free to mix in your favorite cheeses
  • 8 oz Thick Cut Ham Can substitute with crumbled bacon or breakfast sausage
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Deseed and chop finely for balanced flavor
  • 1 tbsp Freeze-Dried Parsley Fresh parsley can bring a bolder taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Pepper Freshly ground pepper is preferred
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste preference

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate the triangles. Spread cream cheese over each triangle, then roll from the wide end.
  3. Arrange the rolled dough in two columns of 8 rolls each within the buttered casserole dish.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with whole milk. Stir in shredded cheese, diced ham, chopped jalapeño, parsley, pepper, and salt.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the crescent rolls, ensuring the filling flows between the rolls.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30 to 40 minutes, or until puffy and golden brown. Cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
  7. Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For make-ahead convenience, prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate. Bake fresh the next morning for a stress-free brunch experience.

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