The holiday season is all about family, friends, and festive feasts, and what better way to kick off Christmas morning than with a warm and hearty Christmas Breakfast Casserole? This delicious dish is packed with flavor and can easily be prepared in advance, making it the perfect addition to your holiday brunch!
Ingredients
- 1 pound of breakfast sausage (or your choice of protein)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups of milk
- 4 cups of cubed bread (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of diced bell peppers (red and green for a festive touch)
- 1 cup of diced onion
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon of paprika (optional for added flavor)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
3. Whisk the Eggs and Milk
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients
In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer the cubed bread, cooked sausage, bell peppers, and onions. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top, ensuring everything is well coated. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
5. Bake
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.
6. Serve and Enjoy
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, cut into squares, and serve warm.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Christmas Breakfast Casserole is a delightful way to feed a crowd without spending all morning in the kitchen. You can even prepare it the night before—just cover and refrigerate it, then pop it in the oven in the morning! The combination of savory sausage, fresh veggies, and gooey cheese will have everyone coming back for seconds.