Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this irresistible Gluten-Free Croque Madame, a decadent twist on the classic French bistro favorite. Perfectly crispy gluten-free bread is layered with savory ham, rich béchamel sauce, and melty Gruyère cheese, then oven-baked to golden perfection. Each sandwich is crowned with a perfectly fried egg, adding a luscious, runny yolk that ties everything together. This recipe is quick and easy, ready in just 35 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for special mornings or casual entertaining. Whether you’re gluten-intolerant or just experimenting with new flavors, this dish offers all the indulgence of a traditional Croque Madame without the wheat—elevating comfort food to gourmet levels.
Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the gluten-free flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a smooth paste (roux).
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring to smooth out any lumps, and continue to cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then remove from heat. Mix in half of the grated Gruyère cheese until melted and set aside.
Lightly butter one side of each slice of gluten-free bread with the remaining tablespoon of butter.
Lay the bread, buttered side down, on the baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on each slice.
Add a slice of ham on two of the bread slices, then sprinkle a bit of the remaining Gruyère cheese on top of the ham.
Top each ham slice with the remaining bread slices, béchamel side down, pressing gently.
Evenly spread the remaining béchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
While the sandwiches are baking, heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat, and fry the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes.
Remove the sandwiches from the oven, place on serving plates, and top each with a fried egg. Serve immediately.
Serving size | 805.3 grams (805.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1796 |
Total Fat 120.00g | 154% |
Saturated Fat 55.30g | 276% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g | |
Cholesterol 651mg | 217% |
Sodium 4712mg | 205% |
Total Carbohydrate 103.70g | 38% |
Dietary Fiber 4.40g | 16% |
Total Sugars 22.40g | |
Protein 84.10g | 168% |
Vitamin D 194IU | 971% |
Calcium 1594mg | 123% |
Iron 6mg | 32% |
Potassium 975mg | 21% |
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