Jul 14 2026
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Candied Croque Madame Recipe

Inspired by Brasserie Byronz
Time45m
Serves2

Make Candied Croque Madame Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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For the Croque Madame

For the Candied Topping

Method

For the Croque Madame

  1. 1

    Prepare the Croque Madame

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of flour and whisk for about 2 minutes until it turns golden. Gradually add 120 ml of milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Season with 0.5 tsp of salt and 0.25 tsp of black pepper.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On one slice of brioche, spread a layer of the thickened mixture. Place a slice of ham and a layer of Gruyère cheese on top. Cover with another slice of brioche. Repeat for the second sandwich.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sandwiches

    In a skillet, melt a little butter over medium heat. Add the assembled sandwiches and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side. Transfer to a baking dish.

  4. 4

    Cook the Eggs

    In the same skillet, fry the eggs sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.

  5. 5

    Top with Egg

    Place a fried egg on top of each sandwich and set aside while you prepare the candied topping.

For the Candied Topping

  1. 6

    Make the Candied Topping

    In a saucepan, combine 100g of sugar and 50ml of water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat and boil without stirring until the mixture turns a light amber color, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 7

    Finish the Topping

    Remove from heat and carefully stir in 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 0.5 tsp of sea salt. Allow to cool slightly.

  3. 8

    Drizzle & Serve

    Drizzle the candied topping over the Croque Madame sandwiches with the fried eggs on top. Serve immediately.

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