Crockpot Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Name: Crockpot Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 h
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 12 eggs; 14 sandwich bread; 2½ cups milk; 1 tsp salt; ¼ tsp ground black pepper; 1¼ cups monterey Jack cheese; 1¼ cups cheddar cheese; 2 lb sausage of your choice; ¼ cup mustard; ¼ cup beer of your choice; 2 olive oil; cooking spray; Marinara sauce; parsley

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As we’ve mentioned many times on here, there are few things that beat waking up to ready-made breakfast. Which is why we absolutely love our crockpot breakfast recipes. This crockpot breakfast casserole recipe is no exception! Combining all the favorite breakfast ingredients in one pot with heaps of cheese is our perfect idea of a hearty breakfast.

In this recipe, we are going to guide you through the process of making each breakfast memorable. We guarantee that this crockpot breakfast casserole recipe will be delicious and absolutely filling. It’s okay if you don’t have bacon. You can use luncheon meat or commercial ham instead.

Serve this for breakfast and leave some for lunch and you’re sure to have energy throughout the day. With breakfast and lunch settled, how about another easy crockpot dish for dinner? Our crockpot honey balsamic pork loin is to die for!

How To Make Crockpot Breakfast Casserole

With the convenience of waking up and having breakfast ready for you, this delicious casserole is guaranteed to stop your morning hunger pangs!

Prep: 20 mins

Cook: 5 hrs

Total: 5 hrs 20 mins

Serves:

Ingredients

12 eggs
14 sandwich bread, crusty ends trimmed
2½ cups milk
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
1¼ cups monterey Jack cheese, grated
1¼ cups cheddar cheese, grated
2 lb sausage of your choice, crumbled
¼ cup mustard, prepared
¼ cup beer of your choice
2 olive oil
cooking spray

To serve:

Marinara sauce , or gravy
parsley, chopped

Instructions

Grease the sides of the crockpot & set them aside.
Combine your cheeses and set aside.
Beat together eggs, milk, salt, & pepper until evenly incorporated. Set aside.
Heat up oil in a deep skillet & saute your crumbled sausages until golden brown.
Deglaze with beer & reduce briefly. Drain if necessary & set aside.
Using a rolling pin, gently flatten your sandwich bread slices.
Layer your crockpot first with your bread slices, slice with the mustard side up. Depending on your crockpot, you may also need to line the edges & around the crockpot.
Next, add ¼ to ⅓ of your sausage mixture & spread evenly. Ensure to cover all spaces.
Repeat with your bread & sausage layers until you reach ⅓ to the top of the crockpot.
Top the mixture with the cheese, & finally, cover with the egg mixture into the crockpot. Lightly tap for even distribution.
Cover & cook on high for roughly 4 to 5 hours, or until the eggs have set & a cake tester comes out clean.
Serve with 1 tablespoon marinara sauce or gravy. Top your casserole with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Sugar: 3g
:
Calcium: 117mg
Calories: 186kcal
Carbohydrates: 4g
Cholesterol: 398mg
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 252mg
Protein: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Sodium: 637mg
Vitamin A: 737IU
Vitamin C: 19mg

Nutrition Disclaimer

Recipes.net Team Modified: February 13, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this recipe without a crockpot?

We have good news, you can! Get out a baking dish and spray with cooking oil. Follow the same instructions when it comes to layering your various ingredients. Cook at 350 degree F for 30 minutes covered, followed by 15 minutes uncovered. This will ensure that your breakfast casserole is cooked through while not burnt on the top!

How long can I store this dish?

Keep this dish in an airtight container inside the refrigerator and this dish can last up to a couple of days. Heat this casserole in the microwave first before serving it again for lunch or dinner.

Conclusion

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This means that you shouldn't simply be running on a cup of coffee till lunchtime. With this Crockpot Breakfast Casserole recipe you can be sure to have a hearty breakfast without needing to wake up extra early.