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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole That Will Wow Your Family

This Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is an easy, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for busy mornings and brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cans Crescent Rolls Can substitute with different biscuit dough if desired.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with Neufchâtel cheese for a lighter option.
  • 6 large Eggs Essential for structure, no substitute recommended.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can replace with half-and-half or almond milk.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Colby Jack & Cheddar) Can swap with any melty cheese like mozzarella.
  • 2 cups Cubed Ham Consider using cooked bacon or turkey sausage.
  • 1 small Jalapeño Bell pepper can be used for a milder version.
  • 1 tablespoon Freeze-Dried Parsley Fresh parsley can be used, adjust amount accordingly.
  • to taste Ground Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Sea Salt Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly butter the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  3. Unroll the crescent rolls and spread a thin layer of cream cheese across each triangle before rolling them up tightly.
  4. Place the rolled crescent rolls in your prepared casserole dish, forming two neat columns of eight.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat together the eggs and milk until well combined. Fold in the shredded cheese, cubed ham, jalapeños, parsley, pepper, and salt.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the arranged crescent rolls.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes until puffed up and golden brown. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared a day in advance; assemble, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning for an easy breakfast.

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