Flaky Croissant Breakfast Sandwich (Printable)

Buttery croissants stuffed with scrambled eggs, ham, and melted cheese for a luxurious morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads

01 - 4 large all-butter croissants, split horizontally

→ Eggs

02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
04 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Meats & Cheese

07 - 4 slices smoked ham (or turkey or bacon)
08 - 4 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

09 - 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut croissants in half horizontally and arrange them cut side up on the baking sheet.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
04 - Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture and gently scramble with a spatula until just set but still slightly creamy. Remove from heat.
05 - Place ham and cheese on bottom croissant halves. Top with scrambled eggs. Add tomato, avocado, and chives if desired. Replace tops and press gently.
06 - Bake assembled sandwiches for 5-7 minutes until cheese melts and croissants are crisp. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • The contrast between shatteringly crisp croissant exterior and warm, creamy eggs inside is exactly what lazy weekends were invented for
  • These come together in under 30 minutes but make you feel like you're eating at a tiny Parisian café
02 -
  • Don't rush the egg scramble—low and slow gives you that restaurant-style creaminess that makes these feel special
  • The final oven step is non-negotiable, it transforms this from 'good' to 'how has this been in my life this whole time'
03 -
  • Warm your croissants for 3 minutes before assembling if they're a day old—revival is possible
  • A thin layer of Dijon mustard on the croissant bottom adds this incredible sharpness that cuts through all the butter

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