Flaky Croissant Breakfast Sandwich (Printable)
Golden croissants filled with creamy eggs, smoky ham, and melted cheese for the ultimate morning treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Breads
01 - 4 large all-butter croissants, split horizontally
→ Eggs
02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 2 tbsp whole milk
04 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Meats & Cheese
07 - 4 slices smoked ham (or turkey or bacon)
08 - 4 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables & Garnishes
09 - 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut croissants in half horizontally and arrange them, cut side up, on the baking sheet.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
04 - Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in egg mixture and gently scramble, stirring with spatula, until just set but still slightly creamy. Remove from heat.
05 - Place a slice of ham and cheese on bottom half of each croissant. Top with generous spoonful of scrambled eggs. Add tomato, avocado, and chives if desired.
06 - Replace croissant tops and gently press down.
07 - Warm assembled sandwiches in oven for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and croissants are crisp.
08 - Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast of warm, crisp pastry against creamy, soft scrambled eggs creates the most satisfying texture experience
- Everything comes together in 25 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy brunch spot
02 -
- Overcooking the eggs is the biggest mistake here, pull them while they still look slightly underdone since they will continue cooking in the oven
- Letting the assembled sandwiches rest for 2 minutes after baking helps the cheese set slightly so it does not ooze out everywhere when you bite in
03 -
- Buy croissants from a bakery the day before and let them sit out overnight, they will be slightly stale which actually helps them hold up better without getting soggy
- If the cheese is not melting completely in the oven, tent the baking sheet loosely with foil for the last 2 minutes