If you love a hearty breakfast that feeds a crowd, you’re in the right place! Today, I’m sharing two fantastic breakfast casserole recipes perfect for weekends, holidays, or just when you want something comforting and simple. These easy breakfast casseroles make mornings special without all the fuss.
I know you’re busy, so I’ve put together these make-ahead options to help you create delicious breakfast meals with minimal effort. Get ready to bake a delicious breakfast!
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Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
This hashbrown breakfast casserole combines crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and rich cream cheese with sausage. It’s a comforting and easy breakfast that everyone will love.
Key Ingredients & Tips for your Breakfast Casserole
- Cream Cheese Tip: Use full-fat cream cheese for the best creamy texture. Let it soften at room temperature before mixing into your breakfast casserole.
- Hashbrown Prep: For extra crispiness, spread your hashbrowns on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes before adding them to this casserole.
What You Need for this Hashbrown Casserole
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns
- 12 large eggs
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: Prep: 20 min, Cook: 45 min🍽️ Yields: 8-10 servings
How to Make Your Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
Step 1: Prep & Cook Sausage
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brown the breakfast sausage in a large skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Assemble Your Casserole
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the cooked sausage, frozen hashbrowns, and shredded cheddar cheese. Pour this entire mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Step 3: Bake & Serve Warm
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and golden brown on top. Let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps it hold together better.
📝 Final Note on Hashbrown Casserole
You can assemble this hashbrown breakfast casserole the night before and refrigerate it. Just add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if you are baking it directly from the fridge.
Sausage Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Imagine fluffy pancakes layered with sausage and cheese, all baked together in one dish. This pancake breakfast casserole offers a delightful sweet and salty combination for your morning.
Key Ingredients & Tips for this Pancake Casserole
- Pancake Choice: You can use frozen mini pancakes to save time, or make your own fresh pancakes from a mix. Make sure they are cooled slightly before adding them to the casserole.
- Maple Syrup Magic: Don’t skip the drizzle of maple syrup! It brings out the unique sweet and salty taste of this breakfast casserole and makes it extra special.
What You Need for this Pancake Breakfast Casserole
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 12 frozen mini pancakes (or 2 cups pancake mix, prepared)
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: Prep: 15 min, Cook: 35 min🍽️ Yields: 6-8 servings
How to Make Your Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Step 1: Brown Sausage & Prep Pancakes
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set aside. If you’re using pancake mix, prepare and cook small pancakes, then let them cool before you start assembling.
Step 2: Layer & Pour
Arrange a single layer of pancakes in the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the shredded cheese over the pancakes. Repeat with another layer of pancakes, the remaining sausage, and the remaining cheese.
Step 3: Bake to Perfection
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the casserole layers in the baking dish. Drizzle the maple syrup over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
📝 Final Note on Pancake Casserole
Serve this casserole warm with extra maple syrup on the side. It’s also great with a light dusting of powdered sugar right before serving for a little extra sweetness!
