Croissant Breakfast Sandwich: The Ultimate Morning Meal Recipe
This Croissant Breakfast Sandwich is the ultimate morning meal combining flaky, buttery croissants with a savory filling of cooked ham, fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and optional creamy mayo or aioli. Enhanced with fresh avocado, hot sauce, and chives for extra flavor, it’s a quick yet indulgent breakfast perfect for starting your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 Croissants, preferably day-old
- 8 slices Cooked Ham
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Milk or Cream
- 4 slices Cheddar Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or Aioli
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- Hot sauce, to taste
- Fresh chives, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is frothy and well combined.
- Cook the Eggs: Melt the unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook gently, pushing the cooked edges toward the center regularly, until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist.
- Add Cheese: Place the cheddar cheese slices over the top of the eggs in the skillet. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt for about 30 seconds to a minute, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Prepare the Croissants: Optional but recommended: Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice each croissant horizontally in half.
- Toast Croissants: Toast the croissant halves cut-side up in the oven or toaster oven for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn lightly golden brown, enhancing their texture and flavor.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: If desired, spread mayonnaise or aioli on the bottom half of each toasted croissant for added creaminess and flavor.
- Add Ham: Layer two slices of cooked ham evenly over the mayonnaise or directly onto the croissant bottom if skipping mayo.
- Add Egg and Cheese: Carefully transfer the scrambled eggs and melted cheese from the skillet onto the ham, dividing the mixture evenly among the four croissant halves.
- Add Optional Toppings: Arrange sliced avocado on top of the egg and cheese if using. Drizzle hot sauce over the avocado or directly on the egg and cheese if avocado is not used, for a spicy kick.
- Finish Assembly: Place the top half of each croissant over the fillings, gently pressing down to secure the sandwich.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm. Garnish with freshly chopped chives for a pop of color and mild onion flavor if desired.
Notes
- Using day-old croissants helps achieve better texture and sturdiness for sandwich assembly.
- Milk or cream can be substituted with a non-dairy alternative if preferred.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste; the ham and cheese contribute to the seasoning as well.
- Mayonnaise or aioli adds moisture and richness, but can be omitted for a leaner version.
- To make it vegetarian, omit the ham and add extra cheese or vegetables.
- For a lower calorie option, use light cheese and reduce butter amount.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture as croissants can become soggy if left too long.
Keywords: Croissant breakfast sandwich, scrambled eggs sandwich, ham and cheese croissant, easy breakfast recipe, morning meal ideas
