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The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole

posted on December 22, 201679 Comments

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Search no more: this is the BEST overnight breakfast casserole! Using english muffins, sausage and eggs, this is perfect for a crowd! via @DashOfEvans

Feeding a crowd over the holidays? This breakfast casserole is perfect for you! It is super easy, affordable and the BEST EVER! You can totally claim this recipe and be the star of your meal.

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I’ve tried quite a few overnight breakfast casseroles, including slow-cooker ones, and this one takes the top prize. It’s cheap to make, super filling and it feeds a crowd–perfect for any overnight guests this time of year. Our family of five barely makes a dent in it, but it’s delish for leftovers all week. I like to serve with fruit, yogurt and OJ (mimosas for a holiday!). You can put the whole meal together in under $15!

Search no more: this is the BEST overnight breakfast casserole! Using english muffins, sausage and eggs, this is perfect for a crowd! via @DashOfEvansInstead of bread, this casserole uses English muffins. It adds a delicious crunch, whereas bread can end up soggy in casseroles sometimes. If you have a bread outlet in your area, check there for super cheap English muffins. I got a 12 pack for $1! You can use sourdough, regular, wheat or multigrain. I’ve always been tempted to try cinnamon raisin, but my family vetoes it.

Search no more: this is the BEST overnight breakfast casserole! Using english muffins, sausage and eggs, this is perfect for a crowd! via @DashOfEvansThis uses a roll of breakfast sausage, not bacon. It’s up to you if you want the original or spicy variety. You can try a turkey or chicken version too–let me know if you do!

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The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
 
This is the BEST overnight casserole to feed a crowd. Serve with fruit, yogurt and OJ and you've got breakfast for less than $15!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
  • 6 English Muffins , halved and cut into cubes
  • 16 oz roll of Breakfast Sausage , original or spicy
  • 12 large eggs
  • 2 cups Colby Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup red or green pepper , diced
  • 1/2 cup onion , chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter , melted
  • 2 cups milk
  • Salt , to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • Optional: parsley to top
Instructions
  1. Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle in English muffins and drizzle with melted butter. Set aside.
  2. In a pan, brown sausage. Drain grease.
  3. Sprinkle sausage over English muffins in pan. Add peppers and onion. Sprinkle with cheese.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, ground mustard, salt and pepper.
  5. Pour egg mixture over casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  6. In the morning, preheat oven to 350º.
  7. Bake until golden brown, 45-50 minutes. A knife should come out clean from center.
Recipe Notes

Feel free to use whatever cheese variety or English muffin type you want. The sausage can be hot or mild.

Nutrition information

Search no more: this is the BEST overnight breakfast casserole! Using english muffins, sausage and eggs, this is perfect for a crowd! via @DashOfEvansI truly hope you are able to enjoy your holiday season and savor every special moment. I know this time of year can be stressful, but remember: it’s almost over!


If you try this casserole, be sure to tag me on social media @DashOfEvans or use #DashOfEvans!

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Comments

  1. Alisha Storm says

    December 25, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    This was so delicious and easy to make for Christmas morning! My family enjoyed it.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 25, 2016 at 7:53 pm

      Yay! I’m so glad you guys enjoyed it! Merry Christmas to you and your cuties!

      Reply
    • Brittany says

      January 18, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      Hi! I don’t have ground mustard, could I replace it with regular bottled mustard in this recipe?

      Reply
      • Dash Of Evans says

        January 18, 2020 at 1:59 pm

        You can just omit that!

        Reply
  2. WILL says

    January 6, 2017 at 11:32 pm

    Bake covered or uncovered?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 6, 2017 at 11:41 pm

      Uncovered ?

      Reply
  3. Shawna says

    April 11, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    Do you toast the English muffins first? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      April 11, 2017 at 8:07 pm

      No, it’s not necessary as long as they’re fresh, not frozen! The top layer will still crisp up while baking.

      Reply
  4. Cassie says

    May 13, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    I make this quite often. I use whatever bread I have on hand for the bottom layer. My fav is to buy some nice butter croissants.

    Reply
  5. Michelle says

    August 7, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    How soon the day before can I make this!? Can I make it in the morning on Day 1 and cook in the a.m. on Dsy 2??

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      August 9, 2017 at 2:28 pm

      That would be fine! I’ve made it Thursday night for Saturday morning before! It won’t harm it at all.

      Reply
  6. Maureen says

    September 10, 2017 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    Made this for family and company everyone loved it.

    Reply
  7. Marissa says

    September 10, 2017 at 6:50 pm

    Can you skip using bread to keep it low carb?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      September 10, 2017 at 8:23 pm

      You can skip it, but it would pretty much just be an egg bake. I’m sure it would still be delish…just be sure to lower the cooking time quite a bit.

      Reply
    • Alicia says

      May 31, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      You could also try making a double batch of this bread without using the lemon zest and chop it into cubes for this egg bake. It uses almond flour only and no sugar but still comes out like a fluffy bread.

      https://www.themerchantbaker.com/lemon-almond-chia-bread/

      Reply
  8. Jen says

    September 13, 2017 at 1:14 am

    Hi! I don’t really care for peppers, can I replace them with something else? Thanks! I look forward to making this for football Sunday!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      September 13, 2017 at 2:48 pm

      Hi! GREAT idea to make this for football Sunday! Yes, peppers aren’t necessary. Leave them out, or use another veggie you like–broccoli is delish.

      Reply
  9. Taylor says

    December 13, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    Are the veggies fully cooked and soft after baking? Should I sauté them for a few minutes before? I don’t want them to be crunchy.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 13, 2017 at 3:32 pm

      Hi Taylor!

      They’re cooked through after baking, but you can totally cook them a bit beforehand to be on the safe side!

      Reply
  10. Jean says

    December 16, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for work and it was gone by lunch! I did sauté the vegetables in the sausage fat. I am going to make this now for the family for Christmas morning. Thanks for a delicious keeper recipe!!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 17, 2017 at 11:48 pm

      So glad you enjoyed this and thank you for your comment! I love the idea of cooking the veggies in the sausage fat. Happy Holidays ?

      Reply
  11. DM says

    December 17, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    Could you use hashbrowns instead of english muffins?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 17, 2017 at 11:47 pm

      For sure!! I know a few people on Pinterest said they tried that. Either Potatoes O’Brien (cubed ones with onions/peppers) or traditional shredded would work. I’m not sure the cooking time…probably an hour.

      Reply
  12. Denise says

    December 20, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    Can I make this recipe ahead of time and freeze? Would take out of freezer the night before and bake Christmas morning.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 20, 2017 at 8:33 pm

      I think that would be fine…but I’ve never tried it before. Sometimes eggs don’t freeze the best. Let me know if you try it!

      Reply
  13. Justin says

    December 21, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    Do you actually split the English Muffins first or just cut a whole one in half and then cube? Thanks in advance!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 21, 2017 at 2:30 pm

      The ones I usually get are pre-split, so I cut them whole (usually 10 pieces) and they tend to split where cut. I hope that makes sense! Either way works ☺

      Reply
  14. Tracy says

    December 21, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    Have you made this with ham?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 21, 2017 at 3:50 pm

      I haven’t tried it, but I saw a few reviews on Pinterest saying it was good. I would just sub in 1lb of cubed ham and sautee it with the veggies first.

      Reply
  15. Joan says

    December 23, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    Help! Do you remove cover to bake in the morning or leave covered? I’ve finished assembly and covered with foil for overnight in fridge.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 23, 2017 at 7:26 pm

      Hi Joan! I like to bake uncovered, but it’s completely up to you!

      Reply
  16. Beth says

    December 23, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    This looks delish but I am trying to find a bacon option since my sis is doing a sausage strata…. will this be as good with bacon? Thank yoy

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 23, 2017 at 9:57 pm

      Im sure it would! Definately thick cut bacon, maybe 1 lb cooked and crumbled. Ham would be great too!

      Reply
  17. beth says

    December 23, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    Will bacon work just as well?

    Reply
    • beth says

      December 23, 2017 at 9:57 pm

      sorry I didn’t mean to repost

      Reply
  18. Jessica says

    December 24, 2017 at 10:21 am

    This looks awesome and I love your blog! Can you tell me if it is okay to use sliced honey wheat bread instead? That’s what I have on hand.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 24, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      Thank you so much! Sliced honey baked ham would be delicious!

      Reply
      • Dash Of Evans says

        December 24, 2017 at 12:47 pm

        Ha! It cut off the comment before I could read the end. Yes, I would toast it first. Maybe just pop on a cookie sheet and bake at 250 for like 10 min.

        Reply
  19. Donna says

    December 24, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    CAn you use heavy cream with milk? Sometimes it comes out to soggy. Any suggestions?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 24, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      That would work! If it’s soggy, you might need to bake it more.

      Reply
  20. Courtney says

    December 25, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Thanks for the recipe, it looks great! We’ve been baking for 55 minutes and it’s still coming out a bit runny. Do you suggest increasing the temperature and covering?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 25, 2017 at 10:13 pm

      So sorry, I just saw this! It might take longer, depending on your oven. Usually covering it will help. How did it turn out?

      Reply
  21. Jennifer says

    December 30, 2017 at 8:27 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this recipe 3 times now and each time it’s been amazing. Made it for my daughter’s fourth birthday brunch party – so perfect and easy and feeds lots of mouths! Made again Christmas morning and love that you can just prep all in advance, pop it in the oven and open presents while your house filla with the smell of delish! Making it again for New Year’s Day breakfast at a friends! Easy to prep at home, and carry it along for our morning contribution! Definitely one of my favourite overnight casseroles — recipe and link has been shared numerous times now! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 31, 2017 at 9:12 am

      You are so welcome Jennifer! Thank you for such kind words…you made my holiday season! I’m so happy you are enjoying the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  22. Cam says

    January 1, 2018 at 3:32 pm

    Hi! I’d like to try this for breakfast for dinner tonight. I know the directions call for letting it sit overnight, could I just mix the eggs with the bread a little and then cook instead of having it set overnight? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 1, 2018 at 5:41 pm

      Hi Cam! That should be fine…just let it sit for like 15 minutes at room temp. It might be crunchier than normal, but still delish! Let me know how it goes 🙂

      Reply
  23. Lauren says

    January 5, 2018 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    Help!!!
    I have made this before on Christmas Eve and it was such a hit. I decided to make 4 of them yesterday for a Preschool Breakfast that was supposed to happen this morning. But, school was cancelled due to weather. So now I have 4 made casseroles in the fridge and the breakfast has been postponed to next Wednesday. Is there anything I can do to save them and be sure they still turn out good??
    Thanks!
    Lauren

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 5, 2018 at 11:06 am

      OH NO! I mean, yay for the snow day…but such a bummer. Did you cook them or they are just in the overnight stage still? Freezing eggs can be hit or miss, but I think it MIGHT turn out okay since there’s milk and other ingredients.

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        January 5, 2018 at 11:33 am

        They are still in the overnight stage! I have not baked them yet.

        Reply
        • Ashleigh Evans says

          January 5, 2018 at 1:42 pm

          I think it should be okay to freeze…as long as they’re covered with plastic wrap first, then foil. Ours for New Year’s Day froze by accident and it cooked up perfectly…just takes longer. I would give yourself 2 hours to cook all 4 and dont forget to remove the plastic wrap first!

          Reply
  24. Lauren says

    January 5, 2018 at 5:35 pm

    Ok thank you!

    Reply
  25. Julie says

    January 9, 2018 at 8:03 am

    Doesn’t the bread get soggy overnight?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 9, 2018 at 9:07 am

      Yes, the eggs soak into the bread. But as it bakes, it makes a base for the casserole…almost like french toast texture. There are still crispy bits on top.

      Reply
  26. gay says

    March 13, 2018 at 5:36 pm

    have you ever made this without any meat?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      March 13, 2018 at 7:08 pm

      Hi! I’ve never made it without meat, but I’m sure it would be great. Maybe consider adding extra veggies– mushrooms would be great!

      Reply
  27. Stephanie says

    March 13, 2018 at 7:04 pm

    5 stars
    Hi There! I planned on making this to share with my co-workers, but I’m second guessing the sharing part LOL!! Do you by chance know the nutritional info to this delicious recipe?! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      March 13, 2018 at 7:08 pm

      It feeds a crowd! I’m not sure about the nutrition facts, but I will be right back with them for you! 🙂

      Reply
      • Dash Of Evans says

        March 13, 2018 at 7:13 pm

        We usually get about 12 large squares, for 349 each. Mostly from the sausage and cheese. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/recipe/view/89496275111869

        Reply
  28. Diane Robison says

    May 25, 2018 at 9:04 am

    I want to make this for a church breakfast. Have you ever tried to double the recipe? We have some really big eaters and usually at least 100 for breakfast. Can’t wait to try it based on the comments. Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Diane Robison says

    May 25, 2018 at 9:09 am

    Can this recipe be doubled? Feeding a LARGE church crowd. What would the cooking time needed to be increased to?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      May 25, 2018 at 1:51 pm

      Hi Diane!! You can double, triple whatever you want for this! I would keep it in a 9×13 pan if possible, so do 2 or more of those. The cook time might be closer to 1.5 hours if you’re cooking multiple pans. It really depends on the oven! You could cook up the sausage and peppers/onions together and then make an assembly line to create them in different pans. Feel free to email me if you have any other questions! dashofevans@gmail.com

      Reply
  30. Karen says

    December 29, 2018 at 9:40 pm

    5 stars
    Making again tonight for the second time in 3 weeks. Church crowd loves it!! I caramelized the onions the first time with sausage. This time its kielbasa with onions and mushrooms! Can’t wait to to try this one!!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      December 30, 2018 at 11:20 am

      Oh, I love the idea of caramelized onions! YUM! So happy you’re enjoying!

      Reply
  31. Lizzi Guell says

    January 17, 2019 at 7:28 pm

    I’ve made this bake several times and I love how it’s such a versatile dish. I’ve made it with English muffins (as called for), stale crusty bread and leftover biscuits. Each time it turns out delicious! Thanks for making this awesome go to meal!

    Reply
  32. KAREN says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:32 am

    Made this am (Wednesday) and just realized I wont be cooking till Friday AM. Will it spoil?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 30, 2019 at 3:06 pm

      No, it will still be fine! Enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  33. Bri says

    May 28, 2019 at 6:42 am

    Is it absolutely necessary to refrigerate overnight? I want to make this now!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      May 28, 2019 at 8:44 am

      Hi! It might have a different texture, but I’m sure it will still be delish. Maybe try 30 minutes?

      Reply
  34. Renee says

    July 2, 2019 at 5:09 pm

    4 stars
    Hello & thank you for the great recipe! I’ve made this once with the English muffins & my family liked it but didn’t love the muffins, so I’d like to try some shredded hash browns. Do you know about how much would be best?
    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      July 7, 2019 at 1:05 pm

      I would say one regular sized bag of regular or Southern style hash browns…I think they’re usually around 20 oz?

      Reply
  35. Leanne Grondahl says

    July 30, 2019 at 9:57 pm

    Could I make this on a Thursday evening and refrigerate it until Sunday morning?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      July 30, 2019 at 10:30 pm

      That should be fine! I’ve made on a Friday morning and baked on Sunday before…it was fab!

      Reply
  36. Shelli Clark says

    January 19, 2020 at 11:11 am

    4 stars
    My family enjoyed this casserole. The English Muffins change up the texture and add a different flavor from regular bread. One complaint is the harsh onion flavor. It overwhelms the dish! I would recommend sautéing the Ohio while browning the sausage. The bell pepper is fine…it’s the overwhelming onion that needs to be managed. Otherwise amazing recipe to add to my collection!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      January 19, 2020 at 11:39 am

      So sorry about that! You can omit the onion or just use a little onion powder next time.

      Reply
  37. Jolie says

    January 22, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    I have made this every year for the last 3 years for Christmas morning. I make it exactly as stated and everyone raves about it. I have made it with regular breakfast sausage and maple sausage. So so good! Thank you!

    Reply

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