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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole for Effortless Mornings

Enjoy a creamy and savory Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole, perfect for busy weekends, featuring eggs, ham, and jalapeños.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Adds richness and creaminess
  • 6 large Eggs Forms the custard base
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with half-and-half or non-dairy milk
  • 1 cup Diced Ham Can be substituted with bacon or sausage
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Adds a spicy kick; omit for milder flavor
  • 1 tbsp Freeze-Dried Parsley Can use fresh parsley as well
  • to taste Ground Pepper Freshly ground enhances flavor
For the Crust
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough Pillsbury recommended for reliability
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend) Any melting cheese works
For Seasoning
  • to taste Sea Salt Use kosher salt for better results

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 6 large eggs with 1 cup of whole milk until frothy, seasoning with sea salt and pepper.
  3. Open and unroll the crescent roll dough, placing cream cheese on the wide end of each triangle and rolling it up.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the crescent rolls in the baking dish.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and the casserole is set.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to pinch cream cheese tightly in the dough to prevent leakage. Let the casserole rest for easier slicing.

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