Everything Bagel Overnight Breakfast Casserole
If you’re looking for a show-stopping breakfast or brunch recipe, this Everything Bagel Overnight Breakfast Casserole is a must-try! Combining savory bagels, smoky bacon, rich cream cheese, and fluffy eggs, this dish brings all the comforts of a classic breakfast spread into one convenient casserole.
Ingredients
- 5 Everything bagels, cut into 1-inch cubes (or your preferred bagels)
- 8 ounces bacon or sausage, cooked and diced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Casserole Dish
- Grease a 13×9-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer the Ingredients
- Add half of the bagel cubes to the dish.
- Sprinkle with half of the cooked bacon or sausage, followed by half of the shredded cheddar and cream cheese cubes.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining bagel cubes, bacon, cheddar, and cream cheese.
- Mix the Egg Custard
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Combine and Chill
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole, ensuring all the bagel pieces are well-coated.
- Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the bagels to soak up the custard.
- Bake the Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and cover it with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 40 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with freshly chopped chives and serve warm.
Tips and Variations
- Bagel Choice: While everything bagels add a flavorful twist, plain, sesame, or onion bagels work just as well.
- Protein Options: Feel free to swap bacon for sausage, ham, or even a plant-based alternative.
- Cheese Variety: Mix it up with Gruyère, Swiss, or a combination of your favorite cheeses.
- Make It Ahead: Perfect for holidays or busy mornings, prep this casserole the night before and simply bake when ready.
This Everything Bagel Overnight Breakfast Casserole is a crowd-pleaser that’s versatile, indulgent, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re hosting a brunch gathering or treating your family to a special breakfast, this dish will surely earn you rave reviews!
Everything Bagel Overnight Breakfast Casserole
The Everything Bagel Overnight Breakfast Casserole is a savory dish combining everything bagels, eggs, cheese, and bacon for a hearty morning meal. Prepare it the night before for a convenient and delicious breakfast ready to bake in the morning.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 Everything bagels cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 ounces bacon or sausage cooked and diced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 largeeggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
- Chives for garnish
Instructions
- Grease a 13×9 inch casserole dish.
- Add ½ of the everything bagel cubes to the casserole dish. Sprinkle with half of the bacon. Then half of the Gruyere, and ½ of the cream cheese.
- Repeat with another layer of everything bagel, bacon, Gruyere, and cream cheese.
- In a bowl combine eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bagels making sure to cover all of them.
- Tightly cover the casserole dish and place in refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- When ready to bake cover the casserole with aluminum foil and place in the oven to bake for 40 minutes. Then remove foil and continue to bake for 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chives and enjoy!
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