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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole (The Ultimate Make-Ahead Brunch Favorite)

Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole (The Ultimate Make-Ahead Brunch Favorite)
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This Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or make-ahead breakfasts. Soft crescent rolls are stuffed with cream cheese, then baked in a savory egg custard with ham, melted cheese, and a touch of jalapeño for gentle heat. It’s rich, fluffy, and incredibly easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (8-oz) cans crescent roll dough

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 6 large eggs

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Colby Jack, cheddar, or a mix)

  • 6–8 oz thick-cut ham, cubed into ½-cm pieces

  • 1–2 jalapeños, deseeded and finely chopped

  • 2 teaspoons freeze-dried parsley

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

  • Butter, for greasing the dish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9×13-inch casserole dish.

  • Prepare the crescent rolls:
    Unroll the dough and separate along the perforations. Spread a small dollop of cream cheese onto each triangle, then roll them up loosely.

  • Arrange in dish:
    Place the crescent rolls evenly in the casserole dish, forming two neat columns of rolls.

  • Make the egg mixture:
    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Stir in the shredded cheese, ham, jalapeño, parsley, pepper, and salt. The mixture will be thick and chunky.

  • Assemble the casserole:
    Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over the crescent rolls. Use a fork or your hands to gently distribute the filling so everything reaches the edges. Some roll tops may peek out—this is perfectly fine.

  • Bake:
    Bake on the middle rack for 30–40 minutes, until puffed, golden brown, and fully set in the center.
    If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.

  • Serve:
    Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Soften the cream cheese for easier spreading and even melting.

  • Use whole milk for a richer, creamier texture.

  • Control the heat by adjusting the amount of jalapeño or omitting it entirely.

  • Make it ahead: Assemble the night before, cover, refrigerate, and bake in the morning.

  • Check doneness: The center should be firm and not jiggly when done.

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