Bring the flavors of a classic Monte Cristo sandwich to your brunch table with this elegant breakfast casserole that does all the work for you. Layers of savory ham and turkey mingle with melty Swiss cheese, while the sweet custard creates that signature sweet-and-savory contrast that makes Monte Cristos so beloved. The dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch to this crowd-pleasing dish that’s ideal for holiday mornings or weekend entertaining.
Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole
Recipe by Daily Disher
This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole transforms the iconic deli sandwich into an easy-to-serve brunch dish with layers of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese soaked in a sweet custard and baked until golden and irresistible.
Course: Brunch
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
8
Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
420 kcal
1 hour
Ingredients
6 slices bread
8 slices ham
8 slices turkey
8 slices Swiss cheese
4 tablespoons butter
4 eggs
1 ¼ cups milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
2.
Layer half of the bread slices on the bottom of the baking dish to form a base layer.
3.
Add a layer of ham and turkey slices over the bread. Top with Swiss cheese slices.
4.
Add the remaining bread slices on top to complete the sandwich structure of the casserole.
5.
Melt the butter in a saucepan, then whisk in the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, salt, and pepper.
6.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole, ensuring the bread is well soaked.
7.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld together.
8.
Remove the foil, sprinkle powdered sugar on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
9.
Check that the custard has set in the center before removing from the oven.
10.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
420kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
1
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg
