Best 8 Brunch Egg Casserole Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of delectable brunch egg casseroles. These savory and versatile dishes, perfect for weekend brunches or special occasions, are guaranteed to impress your family and friends. From the classic and comforting Sausage and Cheese Casserole to the innovative Spinach and Feta delight, each recipe offers a unique flavor profile that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer hearty meat options like Ham and Swiss Casserole or crave the freshness of vegetables in the Zucchini and Cheddar Casserole, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. And for those with dietary preferences, the Vegetarian Casserole provides a delightful plant-based alternative that is equally satisfying. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious adventure with these brunch egg casserole recipes.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY EGG POTATO AND HAM FRITTATA BRUNCH CASSEROLE



Cheesy Egg Potato and Ham Frittata Brunch Casserole image

This makes a wonderful weekend brunch, I have made it many time in the past, it's very easy to make too! You can make this using cold cooked finely diced potatoes in place of hash browns, I have made this using leftover potatoes with great success! Feel free to add in green bell pepper, jalapeno peppers, skiced mushrooms, or whatever you wish! The skillet cooking time will take slightly longer.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons oil
4 cups frozen hash brown potatoes (use the shredded hash browns)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 -5 green onions, chopped
cayenne pepper (optional)
2 teaspoons seasoning salt, divided (or to taste)
black pepper
1 lb cooked ham, cubed (can use more or less)
12 large eggs
1/4 cup whipping cream (or use full-fat milk or 18% table cream)
1 pinch italian seasoning
2 cups grated old cheddar cheese (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees (set oven rack to second-lowest position).
  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Heat oil and butter in a skillet; add in frozen shredded potatoes, both onions, cayenne pepper (if using) 1 teaspoon seasoned salt and black pepper to taste; cook for about 8-10 minutes or until just very lightly browned.
  • Add in ham and cook for 3 minutes more, mixing occasionally with a wooden spoon or spatula; transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • In a bowl whisk together the eggs with whipping cream, Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon seasoned salt then pour the egg mixture into the baking dish; toss with the potatoes.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with about 2 cups grated cheddar cheese; return to oven uncovered for another 5-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and eggs are set.
  • Cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597.9, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 388.6, Sodium 411.1, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 35.5

SUNDAY BRUNCH EGG CASSEROLE



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My favorite brunch dish got a makeover with egg substitute and lower-fat cheese. The lightened-up version still tastes delicious, but it won't weigh you down. -Alice Hofmann, Sussex, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 bacon strips, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
4 large eggs
2 cartons (8 ounces each) egg substitute
1 cup fat-free milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings., In same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pepper and onion; cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg substitute, milk and seasonings until blended. Stir in potatoes, cheese, bacon and pepper mixture., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 591mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BRUNCH EGG CASSEROLE



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There aren't many foods that do a better job of combining two meals - in this case, breakfast and lunch - than cheese and eggs. This dish satisfies a mouthful of taste buds and both hearty and light eaters. -Lelia Brown, Annandale, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups unseasoned stuffing cubes or croutons
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Dash pepper
4 bacon strips, chopped and partly cooked

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place croutons in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Combine eggs, milk and seasonings; pour into baking dish. Top with partly cooked bacon. Bake until bacon is crisp and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 45-55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 176mg cholesterol, Sodium 597mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

SUNNY-SIDE UP BRUNCH EGG AND BACON CASSEROLE



Sunny-Side up Brunch Egg and Bacon Casserole image

You can divide the eggs and serve them on English muffins if desired. Cooked ham slices can be substituted for the bacon if desired. Cooking time does not include cooking the bacon.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 slices cooked bacon (not crispy)
2 cups shredded swiss cheese (or to taste)
12 large eggs
1 cup whipping cream
salt and pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Set oven to 425 degrees.
  • Set oven rack to bottom position.
  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Place the bacon in one layer into the bottom of the buttered baking dish, then sprinkle with Swiss cheese (make certain to only use half-cooked bacon for this, do not cook until crisp).
  • Break the eggs carefully over the cheese spacing evenly.
  • Whisk the whipping cream with cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper, then pour over the eggs.
  • Bake in a 425 degree oven for about 10 minutes or until set.
  • Remove from oven the sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; let stand for about 8-10 minutes before serving.
  • Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

SLOW COOKER EGG BRUNCH CASSEROLE



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Great recipe for our Thanksgiving brunch. It smelled so wonderful to wake up to. Next time I'll use a slow cooker liner to make clean up even easier.

Provided by kelly

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 8h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
6 slices bacon, or more to taste
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
12 eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
  • Spray a skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat; cook and stir onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir potatoes into onion mixture. Spoon 1/3 the potato mixture into the slow cooker; add 1/3 the bacon and 1/3 the Cheddar cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, ending with cheese.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, dill, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; pour over ingredients in slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low, 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 253.4 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 378.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

EGG AND BROCCOLI BRUNCH CASSEROLE (CROCK POT)



Egg and Broccoli Brunch Casserole (Crock Pot) image

Make and share this Egg and Broccoli Brunch Casserole (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Breakfast

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups low fat cottage cheese
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
2 cups reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese
6 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour into a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Stir.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 2-1/2 to 3 hours longer or until a thermometer placed in the center reads 160° and the eggs are set.
  • Sprinkle with additional 1/2 cup of cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 240.9, Sodium 796.1, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2, Protein 24.9

HAM AND EGG BRUNCH CASSEROLE



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Plan ahead this needs to be refrigerated for 6-8 hours before baking, I have left the green onions and cayenne pepper as optional you may add them in or omit, I like to add in for extra flavor, 1 pound cooked Italian sausages meat may be used in place of the ham --- this makes a wonderful weekend brunch!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breakfast

Time 6h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 slices bread (cubed into about 1-inch cubes, can use white or whole wheat or both)
3 cups cubed cooked ham
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use a little more)
7 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream or 1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (can use white salt)
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 green onions, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Spread the bread cubes into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with ham and shredded cheddar cheese.
  • In a bowl whisk the eggs with baking powder, half and half cream, seasoned salt, dry mustard powder, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne (if using).
  • Mix in green onions.
  • Pour over the bread cubes in the pan.
  • Cover and chill for at least 6-8 hours.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bake uncovered for 50-50 minutes. (This cannot be correct.).
  • Allow to stand for about 5-7 minutes before slicing.

CHEESY BACON AND EGG BRUNCH CASSEROLE



Cheesy Bacon and Egg Brunch Casserole image

This one-dish brunch casserole is ideal for a crowd. Add a fruit salad and you can sit back and enjoy your company.

Provided by McCormick Spice

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     McCormick®

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
5 eggs
1 ½ cups milk
½ teaspoon McCormick® Ground Mustard
½ teaspoon McCormick® Ground Nutmeg
¼ teaspoon McCormick® Black Pepper, Ground

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the drippings. Drain bacon on paper towels; crumble and set aside. Add onion to drippings in skillet; cook and stir 3 minutes or until softened.
  • Spread 1/2 of the bread cubes in 13x9-inch baking dish. Layer with 1/2 each of the onion, bacon, Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese. Spread evenly with cottage cheese. Top with remaining bread cubes, onion, bacon, Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese.
  • Beat eggs in medium bowl until foamy. Add milk, mustard, nutmeg and pepper; beat until well blended. Pour evenly over top. Press bread cubes lightly into egg mixture until completely covered. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 121.2 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 775.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips for a Perfect Brunch Egg Casserole

  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins to the casserole. Some popular options include diced ham, bacon, sausage, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the casserole tough.
  • Bake the casserole in a water bath. This will help to prevent the casserole from drying out.
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help the casserole to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion

A brunch egg casserole is a delicious and easy way to feed a crowd. It's perfect for special occasions or weekend brunches. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love.

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