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. Susan Stewart says:

      5 stars
      I added a can of sausage gravy as well and it was a huuuge hit at my house!!!

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Yay! Happy it is! Thank you!

    2. Beth Beaty says:

      Thanks for this recipe! We made this recipe for a group of people and had trouble with the biscuits not baking. Have you ever had this trouble?

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Glad to share 🙂 I am sorry, I have not. Did it turn out ok?

    3. john says:

      5 stars
      Very Tasty and easy to make. the egg layer ended up on the bottom of pan. not sure how since i had it pressed in the dough very well. will have to experimnet on next batch.
      cooked at 400 in glass dish 9×13 for 28 min at it was about right.

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        As long as it all tasted good 🙂 Thank you for letting me know!!

    4. Hana Kim says:

      Hi! Just made Your casserole and cant wait to try, but what is the serving size for yOur nutrition info? Thank you!

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        It’s hard to measure, but I’d say like a cup size square. Hope you liked it!

    5. Jenn says:

      5 stars
      I found this recipe a couple yrs ago anD my son fell in love with it! It’s one of his fav go to meals for breakfast and dinner. The only thing I do different when i make it is that I use 2 cups of each cheese. I would definitely recommend this caSserole to anyone.

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Thank you for saying that! We love it for dinner, too!

    6. Elizabeth says:

      5 stars
      I love this recipe. I’ve made it a few times now, adding new ingredients each time. I have noticed though, my biscuit dough always ends up at the top..which isnt so bad but I see your pictures it stays at the bottom of the dish. Any tips?

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        That’s a good question?! I honestly don’t know why it would sink, versus coming to the top. It’s just how mine always turns out..haha.

    7. Chloe says:

      5 stars
      I cooked a pound of sausage before hand then followed the recipe. I did 30 minutes at 400° and it turned out perfectly! I’m also in co so at high altitude. It did puff up but did not spill over the sides. Delicious! I also add syrup to this as a topping (weird, I know) BUT oh so good!

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Great idea!! I am so glad you liked it!! Thank you so much!

    8. Michele says:

      5 stars
      This is my go to for every egg BIscuit cassEroLe. It is east, delicious and everyone raves about it. There are many different breakfast casseroles out there but this one is my choice!!

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Awe, thank you so much for saying that!! So happy you like it!

    9. Elaine says:

      5 stars
      My family went crazy for this! I used microwave brown and serve links chopped up and added a layer of green chilis. Baked for 30 mins at 425 and it was puffy and gorgeous. Served it with a bowl of warmed salsa. Perfect!

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        Sounds yum! Thank you for sharing what you did!

    10. Michell Ellis says:

      4 stars
      I followed the instructions step by step for the 8×8/half but the middle was runny after 25 minutes. I couldnt cook it longer because the top would be burnt. HOw do i fix/stop this?

      1. Kristyn Merkley says:

        All ovens vary, but you could lower the temp & cook a little longer. I hope that helps!