Cheesy Bacon Breakfast Casserole
A rich, hearty breakfast casserole loaded with fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and soft bread cubes baked to golden perfection. Perfect for brunch, meal prep, or feeding a crowd with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Baking dish (9x13-inch recommended)
- Oven
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- 3 cups bread cubes day-old preferred
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ cup chopped bell pepper optional
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- Spread bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- Sprinkle cooked bacon, onion, and bell pepper over the bread.
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Pour egg mixture evenly over the bread mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fat: 18g
