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Ham and Cheese Crescent Bake
This Ham and Cheese Crescent Bake from deesviral is warm, flaky, and packed with layers of savory ham and melted cheese. It’s an easy comfort-food recipe that works perfectly for breakfast, brunch, or a quick family dinner.
Recipe Details
- Author: deesviral
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- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch / Dinner
- Cuisine: American
- Keywords: crescent bake, ham and cheese bake, easy brunch recipe, deesviral
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 300–350 g sliced ham
- 2 cups mozzarella or Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or mayonnaise (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease or line a baking dish.
- Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the dish, sealing seams well.
- Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard or mayonnaise over the dough if using.
- Add a layer of sliced ham, then sprinkle mozzarella (or Swiss) and cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Cover with the second sheet of crescent dough and pinch edges to seal.
- Brush the top with beaten egg.
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder and parsley, then brush lightly over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until puffed, golden, and fully cooked.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serving Tip
Serve warm with a simple green salad or a side of honey mustard for a delicious finishing touch.
Why This Recipe Works
The crescent dough bakes into a flaky, golden crust while sealing in the savory ham and melted cheese. The buttery garlic topping adds extra flavor, making every bite rich, warm, and satisfying.
