Breakfast casseroles that stand out are masterfully balanced. At their core, these creations contain starchy elements like bread or potatoes combined with a creamy-based custard that soaks overnight; additional texture comes from cheese, aromatics and protein sources.
No matter your taste preference, these easy make-ahead casseroles can feed large crowds and are the perfect companions to an enjoyable cup of coffee.
1. French Toast Casserole
French Toast Casserole | Make Ahead Breakfast Bake! A French Toast casserole offers the ideal make ahead breakfast bake! Easily assembled the night before and stored in the refrigerator until baking time rolls around!
To create the streusel topping, mix together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt before cutting in butter until moist clumps form.
2. Sausage and Egg Casserole
This hearty egg casserole, packed with sausage, vegetables and cheese is ideal for family breakfasts or brunches. Sausage, earthy mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes are folded into hearty shredded Gouda before being combined with eggs and milk to form this hearty recipe.
Sauteing fillings before adding them to eggs drives off excess moisture, creating a rich custard-like texture that makes for great leftovers! This recipe makes a large pan of breakfast bake that makes an excellent lunch option!
3. Hashbrown Casserole
This simple hashbrown casserole will satisfy even the pickiest eaters with its cheese-packed hashbrowns and buttery cornflake topping. Add leftover ham, chicken or ground beef for an even heartier meal!
Add hash browns, Cheddar cheese, condensed cream, sour cream, onion, salt and pepper in a baking dish, then top it off with one cup of cornflakes and drizzle remaining melted butter to create the dish. Bake until bubbly!
4. Croque Madame Casserole
Like many breakfast casserole recipes, this one utilizes eggs as an essential binding agent. For optimal results, organic or free range eggs from local farmers would be best suited.
Experience French breakfast sandwich decadence without leaving home! Pack croissants with Dijon mustard, deli ham and Gruyere cheese; soak in egg custard before baking to achieve optimal puffing; top it all off with fried eggs for the ultimate breakfast or brunch treat!
5. Green Chile Hashbrown Casserole
Prepare hash browns according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine hash browns with both soups, green chiles (including all their liquid from the can), sour cream, Cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese and salt; transfer into prepared baking dish and top with crushed cornflakes and drizzle a light drizzle of butter before placing under the broiler for 1 hour until bubbly and cheese has become golden-brown in color.
6. Sweet Potato Hashbrown Casserole
This delicious breakfast casserole is packed with protein, veggies, sweet potatoes and cheese for optimal recovery after physical exertion and replenishing electrolytes in your body.
Create this delicious sweet potato breakfast casserole ahead of time for easy weekend meal prep or to feed a crowd! Plus, this delectable casserole is freezer-friendly!
7. Eggplant Hashbrown Casserole
This easy baked eggplant casserole features cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese for an appealing vegetarian-friendly dish, or make it more hearty by including ground beef or crawfish as desired. Try layering thin slices of tomato on top for a Caprese Eggplant Casserole; alternatively this recipe calls for bread crumbs which could easily be replaced with Italian-style or Ritz crackers!
8. Sausage and Egg Hashbrown Casserole with Spinach and Mushrooms
Breakfast casserole recipe featuring an irresistibly flavorful blend of sausage, eggs and spinach makes an excellent make-ahead brunch to take with you on busy weekends or holidays. A can of condensed cream of mushroom soup adds extra richness while helping bring all of the components together for optimal flavor!
Make this breakfast casserole your own by choosing from among a wide array of add-ins like bell peppers, tomatoes, roasted sweet potatoes or plant-based meat alternatives. Plus, this simple breakfast casserole freezes well!
9. Sausage and Egg Hashbrown Casserole with Cheddar Cheese
Sausage and egg breakfast casserole is an easy recipe that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare, perfect for overnight guests or Christmas morning! Prepare this casserole ahead of time by chilling it before refrigerating it until baking time arrives; perfect for holiday morning or special occasion morning breakfast guests!
Spread thawed, shredded hash brown potatoes into a greased baking dish; top with cooked sausage and Cheddar cheese. Whisk eggs, milk, onion powder and garlic powder and pour over hash browns.
10. Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
This creamy cheese casserole features delicious chicken, bacon, ranch seasoning and hash browns with the perfect crunch from crushed Ritz crackers – ideal for lunch, dinner or potlucks! It’s sure to please even picky eaters!
This recipe makes it simple and quick to tailor it to your favorite protein source, whether that is rotisserie chicken, diced ham or cooked crumbled sausage. Plus it makes preparation simple! Simply set it and forget it until baking time arrives!
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