Ingredients
– 9 whole eggs, beaten
– 3 egg whites, beaten
– ½ cup of 2% milk
– 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
– ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
– ½ cup of chopped bacon (approximately 4-5 strips, turkey bacon or regular bacon can be used)
– 4 ounces of shredded Gruyere cheese (alternatives include mozzarella, white cheddar, or pepper jack)
– 4 ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– about 10 croissants, pulled in half, either store-bought or homemade
– Fresh chopped chives for garnish
– almond milk for vegan
– egg replacer for vegan
– vegan cheese for vegan
– gluten-free bread cubes for gluten-free
– skim milk for low-calorie
– low-fat cheese for low-calorie
Instructions
1-First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. This sets the stage for even cooking and prevents sticking. Then, pull apart your 10 croissants and arrange them in the dish for that flaky base we all love.
2-Next, in a large bowl, whisk together the 9 whole eggs and 3 egg whites until smooth. Add in the ½ cup of 2% milk, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder to create a flavorful custard. This mixture is what makes the strata so moist and tasty.
3-Layer on the goodies: sprinkle the ½ cup of chopped bacon and the 4 ounces each of shredded Gruyere and sharp cheddar cheese over the croissants. Pour the custard evenly over everything, pressing down gently so it soaks in. Let it sit for 20-30 minutes to absorb fully, then bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden and set.
4-Once it’s out of the oven, garnish with fresh chopped chives for a pop of color and flavor. For more breakfast inspiration, you might enjoy my recipe for roasted tomato basil soup, which pairs great with this strata for a heartier meal.
Last Step:
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🥐 Use day-old croissants for better texture – they absorb the egg mixture better without becoming too mushy
🧊 Refrigerating overnight is essential for developing flavors and achieving that perfect custardy texture throughout
🥓 Cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling – this prevents it from becoming soggy during baking and adds better texture
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Refrigeration Time: 2 hours or overnight
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 260mg