Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole Recipe: Sweet & Savory Bliss

This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole recipe combines savory ham and creamy Swiss cheese with a sweet hint of maple syrup, transforming breakfast into a gourmet experience.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

8 slices bread white or whole wheat; day-old preferred
8 slices ham or cooked bacon for a smoky twist
1.5 cups Swiss cheese shredded

For the Custard Mixture

6 large eggs creates a fluffy texture
1.5 cups milk whole or 2% preferred
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon mustard Dijon mustard recommended
salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

baking dish
mixing bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
Cube half of the bread slices and layer them at the bottom.
Add ham slices over the cubed bread, then sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese on top.
Whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour half of the custard mixture over the layered ingredients.
Cube the remaining bread and layer it on top, followed by ham and the rest of the Swiss cheese, then pour the remaining custard.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Cool for 10 minutes before serving, optionally drizzled with more maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Using day-old bread improves texture and flavor absorption. Customize with different ingredients as desired.

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