Eggs and Cheese Croissant (Printable Version)

Buttery croissants baked with two cheeses in a savory egg custard, seasoned with thyme and topped with fresh chives.

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 6 large buttery croissants, cut into quarters

→ Cheese

02 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
03 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Egg Mixture

04 - 6 large eggs
05 - 2 cups milk
06 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh chives, chopped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Evenly distribute the quartered croissants in the greased baking dish.
03 - Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the croissant pieces.
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
05 - Pour the egg mixture over the croissant and cheese layers, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Gently press down on the croissants with a spatula to help absorption.
06 - Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly across the top of the casserole.
07 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
08 - Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the top turns golden brown and the center is set.
09 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving.

# Notes:

01 - This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated, making it perfect for brunch gatherings.