Savory Croissant Strata Recipe (2024)

December 14, 2022

Savory Croissant Strata Recipe (1)

My mom always made a brunch strata for Christmas and Easter. She would prep the day ahead and stick it in the oven while everyone opened gifts. Of course when everyone remembered they were actually starving, the aroma of the delicious strata was filling the home. I have since dabbled in making something similar for my own kids, and croissants have been the winner! This Savory Croissant Strata Recipe is a nostalgic nod to childhood memories. I am so happy to share it with you to use any time of the year! Prep ahead Christmas Eve or NYE and bake the next morning:)

Savory Croissant Strata Recipe (2)

I usually get my croissants from Costco the week of Christmas, because they are large and inexpensive! They can sit out a day or a few days before you use them for this strata, so they are a little stale; it allows for a better overall (less soggy) texture.

Ingredients:
7-8 large day-old croissants
5 eggs
1 c. cream
1 c. milk
A couple dashes of salt and a pinch of pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. dijon mustard
1/3 c. chopped green onions
2 c. thin sliced ham, chopped into pieces (can substitute with bacon or sausage!)
1 c. shredded cheddar or gouda
1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar or gouda for topping

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Instructions:
-Tear apart croissants into chunks and arrange in buttered 9×13 Pyrex dish.
-Toast in the oven for 3 min. on 400°
-In a mixing bowl, beat eggs. Mix in cream, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, dijon mustard, green onions, ham, and cheese.
-Pour mixture over toasted croissant pieces, and use a fork to spread out evenly.
-Sprinkle shredded gruyere, swiss, or whatever cheese you have on hand on top!
-Cover with greased foil and refrigerate for an hour (but best overnight!).
-Bake on convection setting at 350° for 45 min. You can remove foil for last ten minutes if you want it a little toasty on top!
-Serve warm with a side of fresh fruit! ✨
Makes 12 servings.

I usually serve this warm with fresh fruit before the kids dive into their stocking loot. Hope you all enjoy!

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Savory Croissant Strata

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This savory croissant strata is a great prep ahead brunch option that can refrigerate overnight! We make this for holidays like Christmas and Easter, and it is hearty and delish!

  • CourseBreakfast
  • Keywordbreakfast, brunch

Savory Croissant Strata Recipe (5)

Savory Croissant Strata

Print Recipe

This savory croissant strata is a great prep ahead brunch option that can refrigerate overnight! We make this for holidays like Christmas and Easter, and it is hearty and delish!

  • CourseBreakfast
  • Keywordbreakfast, brunch
Servings
12 servings
Servings
12 servings

Ingredients

  • 7-8 large croissants (day old)
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 c. heavy cream
  • 1 c. whole milk
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 tbls. dijon mustard
  • 1/3 c. green onions (chopped)
  • 2 c. chopped deli ham slices
  • 1 c. shredded gouda (or cheddar)
  • 1 1/2 c. shredded cheese of choice Swiss, Gouda, or Cheddar work well!

Servings: servings

Instructions

  1. Tear apart croissants into chunks and align in buttered 9x13 in pyrex dish.

  2. Toast in the oven for 3 min. on 400 °

  3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs. Mix in cream, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, dijon mustard, green onions, ham, and cheese.

  4. Pour mixture over toasted croissant pieces, and use a fork to spread out evenly.

  5. Sprinkle shredded gruyere, Swiss, or whatever cheese you have on hand on top!

  6. Cover with greased foil and refrigerate for an hour (but best overnight!).

  7. Bake at 350° for 45 -50 min. You can remove foil for last ten minutes if you want it a little toasty on top! (I usually use convection setting so the middle cooks well.)

  8. Serve warm with a side of fresh fruit!

Recipe Notes

You can always substitute ham for sausage or bacon. You can also swap croissants for french bread! (Adjust the recipe by adding a little more milk + 1 more egg for french or Italian bread since it will absorb more.)

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  • January 6, 2023

    I made this for my family for Christmas morning and they all LOVED it! Putting this one in my recipe box.

    Reply

    • Anna Liesemeyer

      January 14, 2023

      I am so happy to hear this Missy!

      Reply

  • Anna

    January 31, 2024

    Would you change the cooking time at all or the amount of milk/eggs if you added veggies along with the ham? So excited to try yummy variations of this great recipe so I can keep it in my meal rotation – no special holidays needed!

    Reply

Savory Croissant Strata Recipe (2024)

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The dough used to make pastries usually contains much more butter, shortening, or oil, and has a higher fat content as a result. Because of this distinction, a croissant is not just bread. A croissant is considered a pastry.

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In France and Spain, croissants are generally sold without filling and eaten without added butter, but sometimes with almond filling. In the United States, sweet fillings or toppings are sometimes used, and warm croissants may be filled with ham and cheese, or feta cheese and spinach.

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Cornetti Are the Stuffed Italian Croissants of Your Pastry Dreams.

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Croissant aux amandes; The sweet, nutty almond-filled and topped version. Croissant au jambon et fromage; The savoury ham and cheese version that is just scrumptious when warmed through. Or there is the plain Croissant, lightly smeared with butter or jam.

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French breakfast is a traditional and delicious meal eaten by many French people every day. Here are facts about French breakfast! French people don't eat pancakes or waffles for breakfast; they eat baguette and croissants, savory. Almost every French person drinks some coffee in the morning.

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Eight Great Uses for Day-old Croissants
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The law is usually said to mandate that straight croissants must be made with butter. The crescent-shaped croissants are said to not be regulated, but to usually be made with oil or margarine.

Do savory croissants have sugar? ›

How To Make Savory Croissants. Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add the yeast to warm milk, then pour over the flour. Add melted butter and mix very well.

What is the difference between a croissant and a gipfeli? ›

In German-speaking Switzerland, most bakeries make “Gipfeli,” which look similar to croissants but are denser and less buttery. Gipfeli tend to have fewer layers, a crisper crust and are often drier.

Which is healthier a bagel or croissant? ›

The bagel has a third more protein than the croissant, but less fibre. With less than half the fibre of the grainy bread and only marginally more protein, the bagel also won't fill us up as much as the grainy bread.

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Lucky for you, easy-bake crescents stand in for traditional puff pastry. It's a classic dessert with convenience!

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While croissants do provide some nutritional benefits, they're also high in fats and calories. They're best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet, rather than a daily breakfast item. Pairing a croissant with fruits, lean proteins, and other nutrient-dense foods can help balance your meal.

What can I do with plain croissants? ›

Eight Great Uses for Day-old Croissants
  1. Waffle it. Also known as the "croffle", made famous by Pastry Chef Louise Lennox in 2017, it's a hybrid of two brunch favorites. ...
  2. Bread Pudding. A classic way to repurpose breakfast as dessert. ...
  3. French Toast. ...
  4. Panini. ...
  5. Croissant Casserole. ...
  6. Croissant aux Amandes. ...
  7. Croutons. ...
  8. Eclairs.
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Four qualities of the perfect croissant
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