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Golden-brown Crack Breakfast Casserole with herbs, ready to serve for breakfast.

Crack Breakfast Casserole

  • Total Time: 1 hour

Description

Looking for a breakfast dish that’s irresistibly delicious and easy to prepare? The Crack Breakfast Casserole is the answer! This hearty, cheesy, and savory dish is loaded with bread, sausage, eggs, and melty cheese—perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Whether it’s a holiday brunch or a lazy weekend morning, this casserole will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups cubed bread (French or sourdough works great)
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until smooth.
  2. Add the milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika (if using). Whisk until well combined.
  3. Set aside while you assemble the casserole layers.
  4. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  5. Spread the cubed bread evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  6. Sprinkle the cooked sausage over the bread.
  7. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Slowly pour the egg mixture over the layers, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
  9. Press down lightly with a spatula to help the bread absorb the liquid.
  10. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
  13. Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake in the morning.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm individual portions in the microwave or reheat the whole dish in the oven at 300°F until heated through.
  • Vegetarian Option: Skip the sausage and add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free bread for a celiac-friendly version.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of casserole)
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg

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