Description
Delight in these easy cheese and chive scrambled egg croissants, a perfect breakfast or brunch treat featuring creamy scrambled eggs enriched with mature cheddar, fresh chives, and savory ham, all nestled inside buttery croissants for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 Eggs
- 50 grams Mature Cheddar Cheese, grated
- 1 splash Milk
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives, finely chopped
Croissant Assembly
- 2 Croissants
- Butter, to taste
- 2 slices Ham
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a jug or bowl, beat together 4 eggs, 50 grams of grated mature cheddar cheese, a splash of milk, and a generous pinch of salt with a fork until well blended.
- Heat the Pan: Place a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat and allow it to become hot before adding the egg mixture.
- Cook the Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into the hot pan and, while continuously scraping the eggs from the bottom and sides of the pan, cook until softly scrambled. This should take about 5–10 minutes depending on your pan size. Aim to slightly undercook as the residual heat will continue cooking the eggs after removing from heat.
- Add the Chives: Once the eggs are softly set, stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped chives and adjust salt to taste.
- Prepare Croissants: Slice each croissant in half lengthways. Optionally, warm the croissants in a moderate oven for a few minutes or enjoy them at room temperature.
- Assemble the Croissants: Spread butter on both croissant halves to taste, add a slice of ham on each bottom half, then spoon the scrambled eggs over the ham.
- Serve Immediately: Close the croissants and enjoy your cheesy, savory scrambled egg sandwich while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute ham with smoked salmon or cooked bacon for variation.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a small amount of cream to the egg mixture.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill can also be used instead of chives for a different taste profile.
- If preferred, toast the croissants lightly instead of warming them in the oven.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent eggs from sticking and ensure easy scrambling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Keywords: scrambled eggs, croissants, cheese, chives, ham, breakfast, brunch, easy recipe
