Go Back
–+ servings
An extreme close-up shot of a perfect slice of sausage breakfast casserole on a plate, showing the layers of bread, egg, and melted cheese.
FL Recipes

Breakfast Casserole: The Ultimate Easy & Cheesy Recipe

The ultimate Breakfast Casserole recipe! This make-ahead dish is packed with savory sausage, eggs, and cheese. It's the perfect easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast for holidays or lazy weekends. Foolproof, customizable, and absolutely delicious every time.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe WhatsApp
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed Sturdy bread like sourdough or French bread works best
  • 10 large eggs
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 tsp dry mustard powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Place the cubed bread in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with the cooked sausage and 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dry mustard powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top. For best results, cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
  5. If refrigerated, let the dish sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before baking. Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 25gFat: 30gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: Using day-old, dry bread is the key to preventing a soggy casserole. If your bread is fresh, toast the cubes in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Tip 2: Don't be afraid to customize! Add a cup of sautéed vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Keyword breakfast casserole,egg bake,make-ahead breakfast,sausage casserole

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!
Pin Recipe