This is an easy, warm casserole made with mini croissants, turkey, and bacon.
introduction
This Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole mixes soft croissants, turkey, bacon, and a creamy cheese sauce for a cozy meal. If you like simple baked dishes, try the banana pudding brownies recipe for a sweet finish.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want a quick, filling meal that feeds a group. It uses ready ingredients and bakes fast. It tastes rich and comforting. Kids and adults like it.
how to make Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole
Tear the mini croissants and mix them with cooked turkey, bacon, and cherry tomatoes. Make a smooth cheese sauce with cream cheese, milk, bourbon, and shredded cheese. Pour the sauce over the croissant mix, season, then bake until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients :
- mini croissants
- turkey
- bacon
- cherry tomatoes
- bourbon
- cream cheese
- milk
- shredded cheese
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, tear the mini croissants into pieces and add the cooked turkey, bacon, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In another bowl, combine cream cheese, milk, bourbon, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the croissant mixture and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
how to serve Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole
Serve this casserole hot. Cut into squares and place on plates. Add a small green salad or steamed vegetables on the side. It also pairs well with pickles or a light slaw.
how to store Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole
Cool the casserole to room temperature. Cover and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes or until hot. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole
- Use day-old croissants if you have them; they soak the sauce well.
- Cook the bacon until crisp so it keeps texture after baking.
- Mix the sauce until smooth to avoid lumps.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper before baking.
- Cover with foil for the first 15 minutes if the top browns too fast.
variation (if any)
- Swap turkey for cooked chicken.
- Add sliced mushrooms or spinach for more vegetables.
- Replace bourbon with a teaspoon of mustard or a splash of white wine if you prefer no alcohol.
- Use different cheeses like gruyere or pepper jack for new flavors.
FAQs
Q: Can I use full-size croissants instead of mini?
A: Yes. Tear full-size croissants into bite pieces and adjust quantity to fill the dish.
Q: Is bourbon required?
A: No. You can skip it or use a small splash of white wine or extra milk for flavor.
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Leave out turkey and bacon. Add cooked mushrooms, spinach, or a vegetarian meat substitute.
Q: How do I know when it is done?
A: The top should be golden and the sauce bubbly in the center.
Q: Can I prepare it ahead?
A: Yes. Assemble, cover, and refrigerate up to one day before baking. Increase bake time slightly if cold from the fridge.
Mini Croissant Hot Brown Casserole
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Description
This easy casserole mixes soft mini croissants, turkey, and bacon in a creamy cheese sauce for a comforting, filling meal.
Ingredients
- 5 mini croissants
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Tear mini croissants into pieces and add the cooked turkey, bacon, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine cream cheese, milk, bourbon, and half of the shredded cheese in another bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the croissant mixture and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use day-old croissants and ensure the bacon is crispy. Adjust seasonings to taste before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
