Easy Croissant Breakfast (Print Version)
Buttery toasted croissants with ham, eggs, and melted cheese for a warm, satisfying start to your day.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bakery
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8 fresh bakery-style croissants
→ Dairy
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8 slices American cheese
→ Meat
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8 slices deli ham or 4 slices cooked bacon (halved)
→ Produce
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8 large fresh eggs
→ Oils & Fats
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3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
→ Spices
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Slice each croissant horizontally with a serrated knife, arrange cut side up on a large baking sheet ensuring space between halves, then broil for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly golden, watching closely to prevent burning.
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Heat oil over high heat in a large nonstick skillet until shimmering; crack all eggs into the pan in a single layer and immediately break each yolk with a spatula for even cooking.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, season eggs with black pepper, cook until whites are set, flipping once to fully cook through without runniness for safety and ideal texture.
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Place one slice of ham or half slice of bacon on each toasted croissant bottom half, top with one cooked egg and a slice of American cheese, distributing cheese evenly over the egg.
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Cover each sandwich with the top croissant half and microwave individually for 15 seconds to melt cheese without sogginess, then serve immediately while hot and crisp.
# Additional Notes:
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Use a large baking sheet to toast croissant halves simultaneously for efficiency.
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Breaking the yolks before cooking ensures consistent texture and easier sandwich assembly.
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Microwave time is critical—15 seconds melts cheese perfectly without making croissants soggy.