Easy Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole 8Layer Sweet Savory Brunch Favorite
Easy Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole (Sweet & Savory Recipe) layers bread, ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese in a lightly sweet egg custard for a comforting brunch dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 to 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes plus chilling
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
8 cups cubed brioche or white sandwich bread
8 ounces sliced deli ham
8 ounces sliced deli turkey
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons maple syrup or 1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Layer half the bread, meats, and cheese in dish.
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Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
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Whisk eggs, milk, mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
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Pour custard over casserole and press gently.
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Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
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Bake covered 30 minutes, then uncovered 15 to 20 minutes until set.
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Rest 10 minutes and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Assemble overnight for easier morning baking. Serve with raspberry preserves for traditional flavor.