The holidays are full of excitement, but let’s be real, they’re also busy. Between hosting, wrapping gifts, and keeping everyone fed, breakfast can feel like an afterthought. That’s why I love this Cranberry Bagel Ham & Cheese Bake made with Thomas’ Limited Edition Cranberry Bagels. It’s festive, easy, and perfect for feeding a crowd without spending all morning in the kitchen.
Each bite brings together the best of the season—real cranberries baked into soft, chewy Thomas’ Cranberry Bagels, paired with savory ham, melted cheese, and a creamy chive layer that feels indulgent but effortless. The bagels toast up beautifully: golden on top, slightly crisp on the outside, and tender inside, catching all that melty cheese in every bite.
This recipe is everything you want in a holiday breakfast bake—quick, hearty, and full of flavor. It’s a one-pan wonder that can be assembled the night before and baked while the coffee brews. The combination of whipped chive cream cheese, provolone, and Colby Jack gives you that gooey, cheesy goodness everyone loves, while the cranberry bagels add just the right touch of festive sweetness.
Whether you’re hosting Christmas morning, a holiday brunch, or a cozy weekend breakfast, this ham and cheese bagel bake will easily become a new family favorite. It’s craveable, customizable, and made with flavors that feel special enough for the season.
Start your day with new flavors and textures that are uniquely Thomas’, and don’t miss out on their limited-edition Cranberry Bagels before they’re gone. Quick to prep, easy to bake, and guaranteed to disappear fast, this dish proves that holiday hosting doesn’t have to be complicated, it just has to be delicious.
Grab Thomas’ Limited Edition Cranberry Bagels today and make your mornings unforgettable.
Cranberry Bagel Ham & Cheese Bake
Ingredients
- 6 Thomas’ Limited Edition Cranberry Bagels, or English Muffins, opened
- 6 slices thinly sliced deli ham, or more as desired (you an also use any breakfast meat you prefer: bacon, sausage, turkey bacon etc)
- ⅓ cup whipped chive cream cheese
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 4 large eggs, beaten with 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (can sub egg whites if desired)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, for brushing tops
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray the bottom of a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place the bottom halves of the Thomas’ Cranberry Bagels in the dish, fitting them close together. Set the tops aside.
- Spread the whipped chive cream cheese evenly over each bagel bottom. Layer the provolone slices on top, then sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the surface. Bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese just starts to melt. Remove from the oven.
- Add the thinly sliced deli ham evenly over the melted cheese. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk or cream, then pour evenly over the bagels and ham, letting it soak in slightly.
- Place the bagel tops back on and brush them with melted butter. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are golden brown.
- Slice and serve this ham and cheese bagel bake warm for a festive, satisfying breakfast.
- Pro Tip: Assemble your holiday breakfast bake the night before and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, just pop it in the oven and enjoy a warm, effortless meal with family and friends.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
