What You’ll Love About This Recipe
This breakfast casserole is perfect for busy mornings or cozy weekend brunches, packing all your favorite flavors into one delicious dish. You’ll love how easy it is to customize with ingredients you already have at home. Plus, it’s a hearty meal that keeps everyone satisfied, whether you’re feeding a crowd or just your family. Best of all, it’s a make-ahead wonder, so you can prep it the night before and pop it in the oven when you wake up. And who doesn’t love fewer dishes to clean?
Recipe
This hearty and delicious homemade breakfast casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Packed with eggs, sausage, cheese, and bread, it’s a comforting and satisfying dish that’s easy to customize.
Ingredients
12 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
6 slices bread, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced bell pepper
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, hot sauce, or sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the cooked sausage, diced onion, and bell pepper over the bread.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated. Just bake it in the morning for a quick breakfast.
Equipment
9×13-inch baking dish, mixing bowl, whisk
Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Cuisine
American
Serving
Serves 8-10
Nutrition
This homemade breakfast casserole is packed with essential nutrients to fuel your day. Below is a breakdown of its nutritional value per serving.
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Total Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Cholesterol | 210 mg |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugars | 3 g |
| Protein | 20 g |
What To Serve With It
I love pairing my breakfast casserole with a fresh fruit salad for a burst of color and natural sweetness. Flaky, buttery biscuits are another favorite, perfect for soaking up any extra flavor. Together, they turn a simple meal into something truly special.
Fresh Fruit Salad
For an easy and invigorating side to your homemade breakfast casserole, you can’t go wrong with a vibrant fresh fruit salad. I love tossing together juicy berries, sweet pineapple, and crisp apples—it’s like a burst of sunshine on the plate. A squeeze of lemon keeps it bright, and a drizzle of honey adds just enough sweetness. It’s light, revitalizing, and balances the richness of the casserole perfectly. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in some extra vitamins. Trust me, your family won’t even realize they’re eating something healthy when it tastes this good!
Buttery Biscuits
While fresh fruit salad adds a light and fruity touch to your breakfast spread, buttery biscuits bring a warm, comforting element that’s hard to resist. I love serving them alongside my breakfast casserole—they’re flaky, golden, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Just brush them with melted butter before baking for that extra richness. They’re perfect for soaking up any leftover sauce or gravy from the casserole, too. If you’re short on time, store-bought biscuits work, but homemade ones make the meal feel extra special. Trust me, once you’ve tried this combo, you’ll want it every weekend!
