Description
A delightful Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole Bake featuring flaky croissants, creamy eggs, and savory sausage, perfect for a stress-free brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large croissants, cut into pieces
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup cooked sausage or ham, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Gravy for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the egg mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until frothy.
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease your 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or oil.
- Layer the croissants: Spread croissant pieces evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- Add the sausage and veggies: Sprinkle the diced sausage or ham over the croissants, followed by the chopped onions and bell peppers.
- Pour over the egg mixture: Gently pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven: When ready, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Add cheese and bake: Remove plastic wrap, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Serve warm: Enjoy the casserole warm, optionally topped with gravy.
Notes
Make-ahead dish perfect for busy mornings. Customize with different veggies or cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 300mg