Smoked Salmon Breakfast Casserole Strata

Elevate your mornings with this irresistibly indulgent Smoked Salmon Breakfast Casserole Strata—a savory masterpiece perfect for brunch gatherings or weekend family breakfasts. Featuring layers of cubed sourdough or French bread, tender smoked salmon, and creamy pockets of cream cheese, this dish is generously soaked in a rich egg custard infused with fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and scallions for a burst of flavor in every bite. The overnight prep option lets the bread absorb all the delicious liquid for a perfectly moist and fluffy texture once baked to golden perfection. Garnished with additional fresh herbs, this make-ahead casserole is hearty, elegant, and sure to impress. Keywords: smoked salmon casserole, breakfast strata, make-ahead brunch recipes, savory breakfast, dill and cream cheese casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (such as sourdough or French bread)
• 8 oz Smoked salmon
• 6 oz Cream cheese
• 8 large Eggs
• 2.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 stalks Scallions (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the dish)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and layer half of them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Break the smoked salmon into small, bite-sized pieces and distribute half over the bread layer.

Step 4

Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and scatter half over the bread and salmon layer.

Step 5

Repeat with the remaining bread, smoked salmon, and cream cheese to create a second layer.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, fresh dill, scallions, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread, salmon, and cream cheese in the baking dish, ensuring that all of the bread pieces are soaked with the liquid.

Step 8

Gently press the layers down with a spatula to help the bread absorb the liquid.

Step 9

Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats.

Step 12

Bake the casserole uncovered for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. A knife or toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 14

Garnish with additional fresh dill or scallions, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3023.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6141.6

Total Fat 226.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 1935.6mg	0%
Sodium 12609.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 743.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.7g	0%
Total Sugars 58.0g
Protein 251.6g	0%

Vitamin D 2156.8IU	0%
Calcium 2624.6mg	0%
Iron 61.4mg	0%
Potassium 3917.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.9%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 49.4%