Deluxe Breakfast Bake Recipe

This incredible breakfast casserole, inspired by Taste of Home magazine, is a family favorite! Loaded with savory ham, crispy hash browns, and a creamy egg custard, it's the perfect make-ahead brunch or breakfast-for-dinner dish. Garlic salt adds a delicious savory depth, and a quick broil (optional) creates perfectly browned potato tops. Easily reheated for leftovers, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike! Serve alongside pancakes for a truly decadent meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 278.5 kcal
Protein 30g
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Deluxe Breakfast Bake 75

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Ingredients for Deluxe Breakfast Bake

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How to Make Deluxe Breakfast Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 3-quart baking dish.
  3. Place 1 cup croutons in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup diced ham evenly over the croutons.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 1/4 cups milk, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ham and cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (or overnight).
  8. In a small bowl, combine 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of potato soup and 1/2 cup milk until smooth.
  9. Spread the soup mixture evenly over the casserole.
  10. In a separate small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  11. Top the casserole with 2 cups frozen hash brown potatoes.
  12. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the hash browns.
  13. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
  14. Uncover and bake for another 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  15. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. For extra crispy potatoes, broil for 1-2 minutes during the last few minutes of baking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

37g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Deluxe Breakfast Bake?

Deluxe Breakfast Bake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Deluxe Breakfast Bake?

Deluxe Breakfast Bake has approximately 278.5 calories per serving, with about 30 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Deluxe Breakfast Bake?

The key ingredients for Deluxe Breakfast Bake are Onion And Garlic Croutons, Cheddar Cheese, Cooked Ham, Eggs, Milk, Ground Mustard. See the full list with measurements above.

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