Christmas Morning Crock Pot Breakfast
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of this hearty and festive Christmas Morning Crock Pot Breakfast—a comforting, make-ahead casserole that’s perfect for holiday mornings. This slow cooker recipe combines layers of golden hash browns, savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, all seasoned with paprika and fresh green onions for a burst of flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep and 8 hours of hands-free cooking, you can sleep in while your crock pot works its magic. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this dish serves eight and ensures a stress-free start to your Christmas Day. Simply garnish with extra cheese or green onions for a cozy, crowd-pleasing breakfast that feels like a warm holiday hug! Perfect for those looking for "easy Christmas breakfast ideas" or "crock pot brunch recipes."
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces Frozen hash brown potatoes
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage
- 12 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 pieces Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 1 can Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Lightly spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and easy cleanup.
Step 2
Spread the frozen hash browns evenly across the bottom of the crock pot.
Step 3
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Step 4
Layer the cooked sausage on top of the hash browns in the crock pot.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika until thoroughly combined.
Step 6
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Mix well.
Step 7
Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and hash browns in the crock pot, ensuring it is distributed evenly.
Step 8
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or overnight.
Step 9
Once cooked, remove the lid and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Step 10
Spoon the casserole onto plates and garnish with additional green onions or extra cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your festive breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2183.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5627.3 |
| Total Fat 456.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 123.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 2779.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10313.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.9g | |
| Protein 194.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 635.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2376.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3712.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories