Save It A festive and savory brunch centerpiece featuring fluffy eggs, smoky ham, and melty cheese baked in a beautiful wreath shape—perfect for sharing.
I love making this wreath-shaped egg and ham bake because it brings my family together for a cozy weekend brunch filled with laughter and delicious food.
Ingredients
- Dough: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Filling: 8 large eggs, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 cup diced cooked ham, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color), 1/4 cup sliced green onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Topping: 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 tablespoon poppy or sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined. Stir in ham, cheese, bell pepper, and green onions.
- Step 3:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture and cook, stirring gently, until just softly set (do not overcook). Remove from heat.
- Step 4:
- On the prepared baking sheet, arrange crescent roll triangles in a circle with the wide ends overlapping in the center and the points facing outward, forming a wreath shape (about 12 inches in diameter).
- Step 5:
- Spoon the scrambled egg mixture evenly around the overlapping dough in a ring.
- Step 6:
- Fold the pointed ends of the dough triangles over the filling and tuck under the center to seal, leaving the center open.
- Step 7:
- Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle with seeds if desired.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 25 30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 9:
- Cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Save It This bake always makes Sunday mornings special when my family gathers around the table eagerly waiting for the first slice.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, whisk, nonstick skillet, baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat (gluten), Possible Sesame (if used). May contain traces of soy (check dough ingredients). Always verify ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 320, Total Fat 19 g, Carbohydrates 24 g, Protein 13 g
Save It This wreath-shaped egg and ham bake is the perfect blend of flavor and festivity that will impress your guests every time.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → How do I prevent the egg filling from overcooking?
Cook the egg mixture gently on medium heat until just softly set, removing from heat promptly to avoid dryness before baking.
- → Can I use different types of cheese in this dish?
Yes, cheddar cheese works well, but feel free to substitute with mozzarella, gruyere, or a blend for varied flavor.
- → What dough alternatives can be used for the wreath base?
Refrigerated crescent roll dough is suggested, but puff pastry or homemade biscuit dough can also create a flaky wreath base.
- → How long should the wreath cool before slicing?
Allow the baked wreath to cool about 5 minutes to set the filling, making slicing easier without losing shape.
- → Are there vegetarian options for the filling?
Omit the ham and add extra sautéed vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for a flavorful vegetarian variation.