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This hearty crescent roll breakfast casserole is savory and cheesy, easy to assemble, and bakes in under 30 minutes!
Easy & Prepped Whenever You Like!
That’s the beauty of a casserole, and this crescent roll breakfast casserole is no different!
It is SO easy to put together ahead of time (with only 15 minutes of prep) and bakes in under 30 minutes! Of course, there is no need to refrigerate this breakfast casserole which is one reason we love this particular recipe. You can cook it right after assembling it – the best of both worlds!
We love all the layers, especially the crescent roll bottom, but if you love it too you will also like our classic Breakfast Casserole and Sausage Breakfast Casserole.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Prep ahead – or not. As with most breakfast casseroles, this dish can be prepped the night before, but it can also be whipped up and baked immediately!
- Budget-friendly. This breakfast bake uses simple ingredients that won’t break the bank.
- So hearty! With layers of biscuits and plenty of protein, this is one filling breakfast.
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 15 minutes
COOK TIME: 25 minutes
- 1 pound pork sausage – Use flavored pork sausage. For a mild flavor use sweet pork. Add heat with spicy pork sausage, chicken, or turkey sausage.
- (1 package) 8-ounce refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 10 large eggs beaten – room temperature incorporate better
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded – or Monterey Jack Cheese
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded – mild or sharp cheddar
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- optional veggies – Saute and add mushrooms, bell peppers, or chopped spinach.
- optional toppings – Sprinkle cooked crumbled bacon on top, add green onion, salt, or black pepper.
How to Make Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
- PREP. Lightly grease a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- SAUSAGE. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of sausage and cook until brown. Drain and crumble the sausage. Set aside to use later.
- LAYER. Open the 8-ounce package of crescent roll dough. Line the bottom of the baking dish and smooth out those perforations. Sprinkle the crumbled sausage over the top.
- EGG MIXTURE. Add 10 beaten eggs to a large bowl and beat. Stir in the 2 cups mozzarella and 2 cups cheddar cheese. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and mix. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and crescent rolls.
- BAKE. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork sausage
- (1 package) 8 ounce refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 10 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 casserole dish by lightly spraying it with cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Heat a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until brown. Drain and crumble the sausage. Set aside to use later.
- Line the bottom of the baking dish with the crescent roll dough. Gently smooth the perforations closed. Sprinkle the crumbled sausage over the top.
- Add the eggs to a large bowl and beat. Stir in the mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Add the Italian seasoning and mix. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and crescent rolls.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Assemble it the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Set it on the counter while you preheat the oven and then bake. The casserole may need an extra few minutes of bake time.
Divide any leftovers into individual-sized airtight containers and store them in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
I’ve made this twice lately for dinner and it has become my families new favorite breakfast casserole. I serve it with fruit and call it good. It is super simple and quick for a week night meal.