Delicious Gluten-Free Croque Madame Recipe
If you’re craving a classic French brunch dish but need to avoid gluten, this gluten-free Croque Madame recipe is perfect for you. The Croque Madame is a decadent grilled ham and cheese sandwich topped with a creamy béchamel sauce and a fried egg. This gluten-free version keeps all the rich flavors while using gluten-free bread to accommodate your dietary needs.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Croque Madame is a beloved French comfort food known for its melty cheese, savory ham, and luscious sauce, crowned with a perfectly fried egg. Our gluten-free adaptation uses quality gluten-free bread that crisps up beautifully without losing that satisfying crunch. This recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
4 slices gluten-free bread
4 slices ham (choose your favorite type)
1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
2 large eggs
Instructions
1. Make the béchamel sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the gluten-free flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly until bubbly and slightly golden. Slowly add milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Assemble the sandwich: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toast the gluten-free bread slices lightly. Place ham and grated cheese on two slices, then top with the other bread slices to form sandwiches.
3. Cook the sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a bit of butter. Cook the sandwiches 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
4. Add béchamel sauce: Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet. Spoon generous amounts of béchamel sauce over the top, then sprinkle with extra cheese.
5. Bake: Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
6. Fry the eggs: While the sandwiches bake, fry the eggs sunny side up in a little butter, keeping the yolk runny.
7. Serve: Place a fried egg on top of each sandwich and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Gluten-Free Croque Madame
Use fresh gluten-free bread for the best texture.
Gruyère cheese melts beautifully and adds authentic flavor, but Swiss or mozzarella work too.
Make sure the béchamel sauce is smooth and creamy—whisk constantly to avoid lumps.
Don’t overcook the eggs; a runny yolk adds richness to every bite.
Delicious Gluten-Free Croque Madame Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 slices gluten-free bread
- 4 slices ham
- 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add gluten-free flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly.
- Gradually pour in milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens. Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly toast the gluten-free bread slices.
- Layer ham and grated cheese on two slices of bread, then cover with the remaining slices.
- Heat butter in a skillet and cook the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and cheese is melted.
- Place sandwiches on a baking tray, spoon béchamel sauce over the top, and sprinkle with extra cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Meanwhile, fry eggs sunny side up.
- Top each sandwich with a fried egg and serve immediately.
