Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Rolls are the answer when you crave a cozy morning meal and want everything good about brunch in one golden bite. Imagine tender scrambled eggs creamy cheddar slices and savory ham all hugged by pillowy pizza dough. This is my go-to for family weekends and lazy holiday mornings when we want breakfast to feel a little special but still easy.
I first whipped these up on a Saturday when we wanted brunch but did not want to fuss with a dozen dishes. Seeing the rolls disappear right off the tray is always a win for me. Now any time we have leftover ham I know these are in our weekend plans.
Ingredients
- Storebought pizza dough: makes this a fast option and bakes up golden
- Fresh large eggs: scrambled just the way you love for a rich filling
- Deli sliced cheddar cheese: for that melty savory middle and you can swap in Swiss or Provolone if you like
- Deli ham: sliced thin and slightly salty for a protein boost
- Butter: brushed on top for color and a bit of richness
- Italian seasoning: brings in herby notes
- Garlic powder: for a cozy savory aroma
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make the Scrambled Eggs:
- Whisk the eggs well and cook them in a nonstick pan over low heat with a touch of butter. Stir until just set and still soft. They should be creamy since they will cook more in the oven.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Lightly flour your surface and roll out the pizza dough to roughly a ten by fifteen inch rectangle. Pat the dough gently to keep it fluffy once baked.
- Layer the Filling:
- Along one long edge lay down a third of the scrambled eggs. Top with a third of the cheese and then a third of the ham making sure to cover edge to edge so every roll is filled.
- Roll and Repeat:
- Carefully roll the dough like a cinnamon roll just one turn. Stop and repeat the layering process with eggs cheese and ham two more times so the roll is packed with layers.
- Seal and Place on Baking Sheet:
- Once fully rolled gently seal the seam and place the large roll seam side down on a parchment lined baking sheet so it keeps its shape.
- Make the Herbed Butter:
- Melt the butter with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Brush this generously over the roll so it bakes with an extra burst of flavor and a golden top.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Pop the roll in a preheated three hundred fifty degree oven. Bake for twenty to twenty five minutes until golden and bubbling at the edges. Let it rest briefly before slicing to keep the layers tidy.
- Serve Warm:
- Slice thick pieces so each serving gets plenty of filling and enjoy hot from the oven.
