Recipe Ideas Breakfast | Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Easy, Quick, and Satisfying Recipe Ideas Breakfast – This Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is Delightful and Effortlessly Impressive!
This Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is a simple one dish recipe filled with captivating flavors that will leave you craving more. Crispy golden brown crescent rolls, savory eggs ham and comforting cheese. I have yet to meet a person who has tried this crescent roll casserole and hasn’t fallen in love with its incredibly delicious and comforting flavors. It’s the perfect holiday treat to serve on Christmas morning!
Elevate your holiday table and create lasting memories with this flavorful Crescent Roll breakfast Casserole!
What ingredients do I need for this recipe?
2 ounces cans crescent roll
4 ounces cream cheese
6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
2 cups shredded cheese
6-8 ounces thick ham slices (cut into ½ cm pieces)
1-2 whole jalapeno (remove seeds and finely chop)
2 teaspoons freeze dried parsley
½ teaspoon salt
How to make this Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole?
Set your oven to 375 degrees F to heat the oven in advance.
Brush a light layer of butter all over your casserole dish.
Lay out the crescent dough and follow the pre-scored lines to cut the dough. Spread some cream cheese on each crescent roll triangle and curl up each one. Then, place them carefully in the casserole dish.
In a large bowl, combine the eggs and milk; then add in the shredded cheese, chopped jalapeno, diced ham, parsley, pepper and salt. Combine all ingredients well; you’ll end up with a chunky mixture.
Pour the prepared mixture over the crescent rolls in an even layer (you can even use your hands to scatter the chunky pieces all over the casserole).
Place your casserole dish in the middle oven rack and bake for about 30 to 40 minutes. The casserole will puff up and get a beautiful golden brown.. You can serve right away and dig in!
Easy Recipe Idea for a Holiday Brunch or Breakfast – Make everyone feel at home and satisfied with this simple yet impressive Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole!
December is my favorite month for casserole dishes; I love experimenting with different hearty meals to satisfy my family and guests during different gatherings. During this month this air is filled with warmth, comfort, and holiday vibes; which calls for satisfying and filling recipes to please your crowd. Even if you’re up to you neck with holiday hustle, you can still make this Crescent Roll Casserole dish. It’s simple, quick, and you can easily make it ahead of time.
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Which crescent roll dough is best for this Breakfast Casserole recipe? The regular crescent roll dough works best for this recipe. However, you can use garlic or herb infused dough or whole wheat dough for a healthier alternative.
Which other vegetable can I roast with the potatoes? It all depends on what flavors and textures you’re looking for in your crescent roll casserole dish. You can add some diced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, spinach, broccoli, zucchini, or onions.
Which cheese should I use? Choose whatever works for you; you can use more than one type. I usually use Parmesan, pepper jack and some Feta cheese.
How can I fill the crescent rolls? I simply used a bit of cream cheese, but there are different ways to fill up your crescent rolls. For savory fillings, you can use spinach and feta, sausages, shredded chicken, or mushrooms. Be careful not to overfull them and pinch the edges to avoid leak outs.
Can I prep ahead this recipe? If you want to make this recipe a day or two before, you can assemble your dish as in the recipe, then tightly cover the dish with plastic wrap and keep it in the fridge. Once needed place it in the oven to bake.
How can I store any leftovers? Place any leftovers in an airtight container; you can keep them up to 3 days in the fridge. If you want to freeze this recipe, you can either place the crescent rolls in freezer bags or cover tightly the whole casserole dish with plastic wrap then aluminum foil; you can keep it for up 2 months.
How can I serve this Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole?
You can serve this Crescent Roll Casserole for a brunch party. You can fill up your table with a mix of sweet and savory side dishes; quiche, pancakes, waffles, bagels, salad, or bacon. No matter what you choose to serve during your brunch; the crescent roll casserole will undoubtedly be the star dish.
You don’t have to be hosting a brunch party to enjoy this irresistible dish. You can serve it for breakfast on the weekend, holidays, or special occasions.
Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 ounces cans crescent roll
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 6-8 ounces thick ham slices cut into ½ cm pieces
- 1-2 whole jalapeno remove seeds and finely chop
- 2 teaspoons freeze dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375 degrees F to heat the oven in advance.
- Brush a light layer of butter all over your casserole dish.
- Lay out the crescent dough and follow the pre-scored lines to cut the dough. Spread some cream cheese on each crescent roll triangle and curl up each one. Then, place them carefully in the casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs and milk; then add in the shredded cheese, chopped jalapeno, diced ham, parsley, pepper and salt. Combine all ingredients well; you’ll end up with a chunky mixture.
- Pour the prepared mixture over the crescent rolls in an even layer (you can even use your hands to scatter the chunky pieces all over the casserole).
- Place your casserole dish in the middle oven rack and bake for about 30 to 40 minutes. The casserole will puff up and get a beautiful golden brown.. You can serve right away and dig in!
