Cheesy Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Start your day with this incredibly cheesy and satisfying breakfast casserole! Prep it the night before for a quick and easy morning meal. This recipe features savory sausage and flaky crescent rolls, topped with a golden, cheesy crust. Perfect for busy week mornings or a delightful weekend brunch!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 518.1 kcal
Protein 35g
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Ingredients for Cheesy Breakfast Casserole

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How to Make Cheesy Breakfast Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until smooth.
  3. Add 1 pound of cooked sausage (browned and crumbled) to the melted cheese mixture and stir to combine.
  4. Unroll two (8 ounce) cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough. Gently press one can into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pour the sausage and cheese mixture evenly over the bottom layer of crescent rolls.
  6. Top with the remaining can of crescent rolls, gently pressing the seams to seal.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

78g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheesy Breakfast Casserole?

Cheesy Breakfast Casserole takes about 37 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheesy Breakfast Casserole?

Cheesy Breakfast Casserole has approximately 518.1 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 52 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheesy Breakfast Casserole?

The key ingredients for Cheesy Breakfast Casserole are Sausage, Velveeta Cheese, Cream Cheese, Crescent Rolls, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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