Description
This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole turns your favorite sandwich into a sweet-and-savory baked dish. Perfect for brunch or holidays, it layers ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, and raspberry preserves between cubes of brioche, soaked in a rich egg custard. Serve warm with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar for a comforting morning classic.
Ingredients
8 slices brioche or challah bread, cut into cubes
6 large eggs
1 3/4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces sliced deli ham, chopped
6 ounces sliced turkey breast, chopped
1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup raspberry preserves
Powdered sugar and maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Spread half the cubed bread in the dish. Layer with half the ham, turkey, and cheese. Repeat with remaining bread, meats, and cheese.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the casserole.
4. Drop small spoonfuls of raspberry preserves on top and gently swirl with a knife.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until golden and set.
7. Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
Use brioche or challah for best texture and flavor.
You can substitute meats or cheese based on preference.
The casserole can be frozen in portions for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: monte cristo casserole, brunch bake, breakfast casserole