Bacon and Egg Breakfast Casserole (Print Version)
A savory morning dish combining crispy bacon, eggs, cheese and bread that's perfect for family breakfasts or brunches.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
02 - 8 large eggs
03 - 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 4 cups cubed bread (day-old preferred, white or sourdough)
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
10 - 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
03 - Add the cubed bread, cooked bacon, and half of the shredded cheese to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and green onions on top.
05 - Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
06 - Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Perfect make ahead option saves you morning stress
- Ready in just 1 hour total including prep
- Uses simple pantry and refrigerator staples
- Customizable with endless add in possibilities
- Feeds a crowd effortlessly
02 -
- High protein breakfast that keeps everyone satisfied until lunch
- Perfect for meal prep with excellent reheating qualities
- Extremely versatile recipe that works with whatever ingredients you have on hand
- Ideal for holiday mornings or weekend brunches
03 -
- Always use day old bread for the best texture. Fresh bread tends to become too soggy while stale bread absorbs the egg mixture perfectly.
- Cook your bacon until just crisp before adding to the mixture. It will continue cooking in the oven and maintain better texture than overcooked bacon.
- Let the casserole rest for the full 10 minutes before cutting for the cleanest slices and best presentation.