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Christmas Breakfast Casserole

A festive and hearty breakfast casserole featuring layers of bread, savory sausage, and a creamy egg mixture, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Préparation 15 minutes
Cuisson 50 minutes
Temps total 1 heure 5 minutes
Portions: 8 servings
Plat: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Casserole Base
  • 8 slices slices of bread, cubed Use any type of bread preferred.
  • 1 pound of breakfast sausage Cooked and browned in advance.
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese Can replace with your favorite cheese.
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups of milk Substitute with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cubing the bread into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Break it into small pieces as it cooks, then drain any excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a uniform, creamy mixture.
Assembly and Baking
  1. In a greased baking dish, layer the cubed bread evenly at the bottom.
  2. Add a layer of the cooked sausage, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  3. Pour the egg mixture over the layers, ensuring all the bread is saturated.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45-50 minutes or until set in the middle and golden brown.
  5. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Notes et conservation

This casserole can be prepared ahead of time the night before. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze before baking for longer storage.