Description

This Croissant Breakfast Sandwich recipe combines flaky, buttery croissants with fluffy scrambled eggs, savory ham, and melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate morning meal. Optional additions like creamy avocado, tangy mayonnaise or aioli, and a zing of hot sauce elevate the flavors to satisfy any breakfast craving. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for a hearty and delicious start to your day.

Ingredients

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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 Ingredients

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 to ensure light and fluffy scrambled eggs.
Cook the Eggs: Melt the unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture and cook gently, pushing the cooked edges toward the center constantly. Cook until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist for optimal creaminess.
Add Cheese: Lay slices of cheddar cheese over the eggs in the skillet. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Once melted, remove the skillet from heat.
Prepare the Croissants: Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 350°F (175°C) if you would like to toast the croissants. Slice each croissant horizontally in half to prepare them for assembly.
Toast the Croissants (Optional): Place the croissant halves cut-side up on a baking tray and toast in the preheated oven for 2-3 minutes or until they turn lightly golden brown, which adds a pleasant crisp texture.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise or aioli on the bottom half of each croissant if using. Then, layer two slices of cooked ham over the spread. Carefully transfer the scrambled egg and melted cheddar cheese mixture over the ham, dividing it evenly across the four sandwiches.
Add Optional Toppings: If desired, arrange sliced avocado on top of the eggs and cheese. Drizzle hot sauce over the avocado or directly on the eggs if skipping avocado, to add a spicy kick.
Finish the Sandwich: Place the top half of each croissant on the sandwich fillings, pressing down lightly to bind all components together.
Serve: Serve immediately and garnish with freshly chopped chives if desired for a fresh, herbal finish.

Notes

Day-old croissants are preferred as they hold up better and toast nicely compared to fresh soft croissants.
You can substitute ham with turkey or bacon according to your preference.
Milk or cream helps make fluffy scrambled eggs; using cream will make them richer.
Optional toppings such as avocado, mayonnaise, and hot sauce can be adjusted or omitted based on dietary needs or flavor preferences.
To keep sandwiches warm if serving multiple, assemble them and wrap in foil; reheat briefly in an oven before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Sandwich
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: croissant sandwich, breakfast sandwich, scrambled eggs sandwich, ham and cheese sandwich, morning meal, easy breakfast