Gluten-Free Croque Madame

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.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Gluten-free bread slices
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
• 4 slices Ham slices
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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).

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring to smooth out any lumps, and continue to cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Lightly butter one side of each slice of gluten-free bread with the remaining tablespoon of butter.

Step 6

Lay the bread, buttered side down, on the baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on each slice.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Top each ham slice with the remaining bread slices, béchamel side down, pressing gently.

Step 9

Evenly spread the remaining béchamel sauce over the top of each sandwich and sprinkle the remaining Gruyère cheese.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.

Step 11

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.

Step 12

Remove the sandwiches from the oven, place on serving plates, and top each with a fried egg. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1795.8

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 650.6mg	0%
Sodium 4711.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 84.1g	0%

Vitamin D 194.1IU	0%
Calcium 1594.2mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 974.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 22.7%