Description
These Easy Freezer Croissant Breakfast Wonders are a delightful and convenient way to enjoy a savory breakfast on the go. Made with flaky crescent roll dough filled with a savory egg, cheese, ham, and spinach mixture, they bake up golden and delicious. Perfect for meal prep, these breakfast cups freeze and reheat easily, making busy mornings hassle-free without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
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For the Croissant Cups
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
For the Filling
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and help the croissant cups brown evenly.
- Form Dough Cups: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles. Press each triangle into the muffin tin cups, gently molding the dough to form a small cup shape that will hold the filling.
- Mix Egg Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well blended. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced ham or sausage, and chopped spinach if using, ensuring the mixture is evenly combined.
- Fill Croissant Cups: Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly into each dough-lined muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full to allow room for the eggs to expand as they cook.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set and the croissant edges turn golden brown, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Freeze: Remove the croissant breakfast cups from the oven and allow them to cool completely before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Place the cooled cups on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag for storage.
- Reheat Before Serving: To enjoy, reheat frozen croissant breakfast cups in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. For a crisper texture, warm them in a toaster oven instead of the microwave.
Notes
- You can customize these breakfast cups by swapping the type of cheese or adding vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the filling.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add extra veggies or tofu to boost protein and flavor.
- These cups freeze and reheat well, making them an excellent make-ahead option for busy mornings or meal prepping.
- Reheating in a toaster oven helps keep the croissant cups crispier than microwaving.
