Bacon Breakfast Casserole Recipe

This delicious and easy Bacon Breakfast Casserole is perfect for busy mornings! Prepare it the night before with pre-cooked bacon for a stress-free weekend brunch or weekday breakfast. This recipe features fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, cheesy bread, and a perfectly golden-brown top. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 796.5 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Bacon Breakfast Casserole

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Bacon Breakfast Casserole

  • 6 ounces cooked crumbled bacon
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 loaf (about 16 slices) bread, cubed
  • 2 cups milk
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Margarine

How to Make Bacon Breakfast Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Cube 1 loaf (about 16 slices) of bread into 1-inch pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cubed bread, 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, and 6 ounces cooked crumbled bacon.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 12 large eggs and 2 cups of milk.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread mixture in the prepared baking dish, ensuring the bread is mostly submerged.
  7. Dot the top with 4 tablespoons of melted margarine.
  8. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 2 hours).
  9. Bake for 60-90 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed, golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

109g

Carbs

10g