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Freezer Ham Egg Swiss Croissants
Melissa Hart

Freezer Ham Egg Swiss Croissants

Croissants freeze better when they are fresh but not warm. A firm baked egg square and folded ham keep the filling even from edge to edge. Thaw overnight for the flakiest result, though the microwave route still beats leaving hungry.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 9 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 12 oz thinly sliced deli ham
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 large croissants split

Method
 

  1. Whisk the eggs, milk, salt and black pepper and pour them into a greased 9-by-13-inch pan.
  2. Bake at 350°F for 14 to 16 minutes until the egg sheet reaches 160°F, then cut it into six rectangles.
  3. Cool the egg completely and pat the ham dry.
  4. Fill each croissant with 2 ounces ham, one egg rectangle and one Swiss slice.
  5. Wrap individually in parchment and foil and freeze for up to 1 month.
  6. Thaw overnight, remove the foil and bake at 325°F for 15 minutes until the center reaches 165°F.