Croissant Breakfast Bake with Sausage
A Cozy and Flavorful Breakfast Casserole
This croissant breakfast bake with sausage creates a warm and comforting morning meal that feels rich without being complicated. The flaky croissants soak up the egg mixture and turn soft and custardy, while the sausage and onions add savory depth. Because the ingredients come together easily, this recipe works well for weekends, holidays, or any morning when you want something hearty and satisfying. The bake also chills overnight, which makes it perfect for early mornings when you want breakfast ready to go.
Equipment
- Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Baking dish
- Baking sheet
- Foil
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 5 croissants halved lengthwise
- 1/2 lb breakfast ground sausage
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter plus more for greasing
- 1 small onion very thinly sliced
- Salt
- Pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp mustard
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup half and half
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place croissants cut side up on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until lightly crisp. Let them cool.
- Brown sausage in a skillet until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add butter, onions, and a pinch of salt. Cook on low until the onions caramelize.
- Stir in sausage, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, thyme, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, and 1/2 tbsp mustard.
- Whisk eggs, half and half, remaining mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Butter a baking dish. Layer croissant bottoms, spread sausage mixture, and place croissant tops over the filling.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil sprayed with nonstick spray and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- Bake at 325°F for 45 minutes covered, then uncover and bake 15 minutes more.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal
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