We LOVE a good breakfast casserole! They’re perfect for holidays (especially Christmas morning), brunch, showers and especially when you have company in town.

Today’s easy breakfast casserole is filling, takes minutes to put together, and is packed with flavor – biscuits, eggs, and sausage, there’s something for everyone! It’s our go-to breakfast bake!

One reason we love it is because the ingredients are SIMPLE!! There are only a handful, and it’s prepped in 5 minutes – just layer and bake!

It can also be made ahead of time (the night before) or easily whipped up right before baking – versatile AND delicious!

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • Refrigerate overnight or bake it immediately. Either way, this breakfast casserole is quick and easy!
  • Ready in no time! Throw it together from scratch in 5-10 minutes, pop it straight into the oven, and enjoy it 30 minutes later.
  • So filling. Biscuits, eggs, and sausage – it’s hearty and packed with flavor!
Breakfast casserole ingredients on counter.
  • Grands! Biscuits (1, 16.3-ounce can, 8 count): Press into the pan to make a buttery, flaky base that holds the casserole. Or 16 ounces Homemade Biscuit dough (partially cook before adding the toppings to ensure it cooks thoroughly.)
  • Jimmy Dean precooked sausage crumbles (1, 8-ounce package) or crumbled cooked sausage (1 cup): Savory protein that adds hearty flavor in every bite. If using regular sausage, cook in a skillet over medium heat cooking the sausage, breaking and flipping, until no longer pink.
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (1 cup): Melts stretchy and creamy for that classic cheese pull.
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup): Brings sharp flavor and helps the top brown golden.
  • Large eggs, beaten (8): Set into a fluffy layer that binds the filling so slices hold together.
  • Milk, room temperature (1 cup): Loosens the eggs for a tender, custardy texture.
  • Salt and pepper to taste: Simple seasoning that brightens and balances the rich ingredients.
  • optional veggies Saute and add spinach, mushrooms, and red bell peppers.
  • optional toppings – green onions, bacon bits, sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce

PREP. Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Biscuits pressed into the bottom of a baking dish.

BISCUITS. Line the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or pan with 1 can of refrigerated biscuit dough, firmly pressing to seal and make a bottom crust.

Sausage and cheese poured over biscuits for breakfast casserole.

SAUSAGE. Sprinkle with 8 ounces of cooked sausage, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the crust.

Cheese and sausage layered in baking dish.

EGGS. In a large bowl, whisk 8 eggs, 1 cup milk, and salt and pepper to taste until blended. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese.

BAKE. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until set and middle does not jiggle. Let this egg bake recipe stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm.

  • Make it any meat. Turkey, chicken sausage, bacon, ham or spicy chorizo all are great for this recipe. You can even add a combo of any of these meats to make it meat lovers.
  • Savory and Sweet. For any function, holiday or get together, we love to make this recipe and also make a sweet casserole like our French Toast Casserole, Coffee Cake or Cinnamon Roll Cake. Everyone loves the combo!
Breakfast casserole slice on a white plate.
Breakfast casserole sliced and dished out on white plate.
4.98 from 727 votes

Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Filled with biscuits, eggs, and sausage, our favorite breakfast casserole is hearty, feeds a crowd, and bakes up in only 30 minutes!
Servings: 12
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 1 (16.3-ounce) can Grands! Biscuits (8 count)
  • 1 (8-ounce) package Jimmy Dean precooked sausage crumbles (or 1 cup crumbled cooked sausage)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup milk, room temperature
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Line the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish with biscuit dough, firmly pressing to seal and make a bottom crust.
  • Sprinkle sausage and cheese over the crust.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until blended. Pour over sausage and cheese.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until set and middle does not jiggle. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm.
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Notes

Adding vegetables. Add onions, green onions, chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, etc. Saute them first to remove excess moisture and activate the flavors.
Homemade biscuit dough. Partially cook the Homemade Biscuit dough before adding the other toppings to ensure that it will be cooked through by the end.
Make ahead of time. Make casserole through step 4, then cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. Uncover and bake, adding a few additional minutes to the baking time.
Leftovers. Divide leftovers into an airtight container(s) and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 121kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 128mg, Sodium: 171mg, Potassium: 86mg, Fiber: 0.001g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 349IU, Vitamin C: 0.001mg, Calcium: 155mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

How to make breakfast casseroles ahead of time?

Make casserole through step 4, then cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. Uncover and bake, adding a few additional minutes to the baking time.

How to store breakfast casseroles?

Divide leftovers into an airtight container(s) and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

This recipe was first published August 2014.

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377 Comments

  1. Celeste Pearson says:

    5 stars
    I followed the recipe and it turned out perfect. It’s so good on a cold morning and my picky eaters loved it!

  2. Christopher says:

    5 stars
    I can not get enough of this! It is now one of my favorite recipes for breakfast!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you so much! We love this too!

  3. Chuck says:

    Mine came out burnt on the top, burnt on the bottom and raw in the middle. Don’t think your time and temp work for my oven.

  4. JR says:

    5 stars
    This was the best breakfast casserole I’ve ever made!! I used ground turkey sausage and my family
    loved it.

  5. Gita says:

    Hi, can I substitute sausage with chicken? Thanks

  6. Alexandra Taylor-Salazar says:

    5 stars
    Best recipes ever thank you love exploring new meals.

  7. LM McDonald says:

    I switched crescent rolls for biscuits and diced ham for sausage. It was very salty. Is the original salty?

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      I don’t personally think the original recipe is too salty, but you could certainly adjust the salt by not adding in any extra, like the recipe calls for.

  8. Kylie says:

    What is biscuit dough? I’m in Australia and haven’t seen them, what is suitable to use instead or do you have a recipe?

    1. Amanda J says:

      We have canned, refrigerated biscuit dough in the grocery store. Usually Pillsbury. You could use homemade biscuit dough from the fridge.

  9. Rindy moorehead says:

    5 stars
    Love it

  10. AngylEyes says:

    5 stars
    My family loves this! I add different seasonings to make it just a little different every time. No matter what I do it’s a guaranteed hit!