How to Make Ham & Egg Croissants

Ham and eggs are both delicious, protein-rich foods and the perfect complement to each other. Combine them with a buttery croissant and you have a hearty, flavorful meal. Ham and egg croissants are not only tasty and full of protein, they make great breakfast items for anyone on the go. Quick and easy to make, croissants with ham and egg filling will have your mouth watering during the small time it takes to make them.

Things You'll Need

• 1 can refrigerated croissant rolls
• 2 slices of packaged ham
• 4 eggs
• Pizza cutter
• Whisk
• Medium bowl
• Nonstick skillet
• Spatula
• Spoon
• Baking sheet

Instructions

Steps for Making Ham and Egg Croissants

1. Cut the ham into half-inch squares. Hint: Use a pizza cutter to easily cut through the slices of ham. Set aside.

2. Break the eggs into a bowl and lightly whisk them until the whites and yolks are fully incorporated. Add the ham pieces. Stir.

3. Pour the egg-and-ham mixture into a preheated nonstick skillet. Stir the eggs and ham with a spatula until the eggs are slightly underdone (still partially runny).

4. Open the can of refrigerated croissant rolls. Remove one of the croissant dough segments. Open it so that it is a flat triangle.

5. Scoop out a spoonful of the cooked ham and egg mixture. Spoon the mixture into the center of the triangle.

6. Roll the dough over the mixture until the croissant is completely rolled. Place the egg-and-ham-filled croissant onto the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining croissant segments.

7. Bake the ham and egg croissants at 350° F for approximately 15 minutes. Serve immediately or freeze for later.

Tips & Warnings

• For additional flavor, add cheddar cheese, peppers, onions or other aromatics to the eggs.

• The American Egg Board advises against using a cast iron skillet for making scrambled eggs as it can discolor the eggs.

References

• American Egg Board: Basic Scrambled Eggs
• U.S. Department of Agriculture: Inside the Pyramid