Delicious Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole for Easy Mornings

A savory and sweet Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole that combines ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese. Perfect for brunch gatherings!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 slices day-old white bread Cubed
8 slices ham Savory adding
8 slices turkey Deli-style or sausage alternative
8 ounces Swiss cheese Or Gruyere/Cheddar alternative

For the Egg Mixture

6 large eggs Organic or free-range preferred
2 cups milk Whole, skim, or plant-based
1/4 cup maple syrup Can use honey or agave
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

For the Topping

4 tablespoons melted butter For drizzling

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Cube the bread into 1-inch pieces and spread evenly in the baking dish.
Layer ham and turkey over the bread, then top with Swiss cheese.
Add another layer of cubed bread on top, pressing down gently.
Whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a bowl, then pour over the bread layers.
Drizzle melted butter over the top of the casserole.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Customize ingredients to suit your preferences and serve warm with extra maple syrup for added sweetness.

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