Description

An easy, make-ahead breakfast bake featuring flaky crescent dough, a savory-sweet egg custard, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy mornings or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tube (16 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons maple syrup (divided)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Unroll the crescent dough and press the seams together to form a single layer across the bottom of the prepared dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the dough layer.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup until smooth.
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the cheese and dough, ensuring everything is covered. Let it sit for a moment to absorb.
Drizzle the melted butter over the top and sprinkle with the mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired before serving.

Notes

For best results, let the assembled bake sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking to help the dough absorb the custard. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. You can make this the night before by assembling, covering tightly, and refrigerating overnight; add 5-10 minutes to cook time if baking from cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 375
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 550
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 1
Protein: 14

Keywords: breakfast bake, crescent roll recipe, cheesy french toast, easy brunch, make ahead breakfast, family friendly breakfast