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
- 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
How to Make A BiscuitBreakfast Casserole
PREP. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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. Sprinkle with 8 ounces of cooked sausage, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the crust.
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.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- 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 Recipe
Equipment
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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.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
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.
Divide leftovers into an airtight container(s) and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Complete The Meal
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This recipe was first published August 2014.
Could I use canned croissant dough instead of biscuits for this recipe?
Can you use an 8×8 baking dish?
Yes you can, but you will want to half the ingredient amounts.
Do you cook the sausage before putting over the biscuits?
Breakfast
If I use bacon, do I cook before adding?
Yes!
Can croissant dough be used instead?
We actually have breakfast casserole recipe specifically for Crescent Roll dough, if you want to check that out: https://lilluna.com/crescent-roll-breakfast-casserole/
Love this recipe for weekend breakfasts! It’s a nice change to similar recipes with potatoes in them.
Looks good
This breakfast casserole looks like a great way to start the morning. Easy to assemble, and quick to make, it would be a wonderful, breakfast that will make enough for second helpings! The ingredients are easy to find and you can also change it up a bit. I would love it with chicken sausage and spinach! This is a great breakfast dish to “make and take” too. I will make one with the original ingredients and one with my chicken sausage and spinach (which I will freeze.) Additionally, it is not high in calories. Great recipe…thank you!
I love to recipes that are make ahead, or prep ahead. This casserole is perfect for any day, but especially for any holiday morning. Thank you for sharing.