Overnight Breakfast Casserole with Sausage Cheese
This hearty Overnight Breakfast Casserole with Sausage Cheese is a simple, make-ahead dish perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. Packed with savory sausage, gooey cheese, and tender bread, it delivers comforting flavor and effortless prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz breakfast sausage
- 6 cups cubed day-old bread (white or whole wheat)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes. Top with half the cooked sausage and half the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole, pressing gently to soak the bread.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, remove plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
For added freshness, garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley before serving. You can also swap sausage for bacon or ham for variety.