Sunny Side Up Brunch Egg and Bacon Casserole
Wake up to the ultimate crowd-pleasing breakfast with this Sunny Side Up Brunch Egg and Bacon Casserole! Packed with crispy thick-cut bacon, ooey-gooey cheddar cheese, and sunny-side-up eggs nestled atop a bed of creamy, seasoned, day-old bread, this dish delivers comfort in every bite. The combination of whole milk, heavy cream, and melted butter ensures a rich, custardy base, while a hint of paprika adds a subtle kick. Perfectly baked to set the whites while preserving runny yolks, this casserole is ideal for feeding a hungry brunch crowd. Finished with a vibrant garnish of fresh scallions, it’s a visually stunning and flavor-packed centerpiece for your weekend gathering. Easy to prepare in advance and baked in just 40 minutes, this recipe is your answer to effortless, impressive brunch entertaining! Keywords: brunch casserole, bacon and egg casserole, sunny side up eggs, easy breakfast recipes, make-ahead brunch ideas.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 8 Large eggs
- 6 slices Day-old bread
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 Scallions, thinly sliced
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Tear the day-old bread slices into 1-inch cubes and arrange them in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
Step 4
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, melted butter, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Step 5
Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are moistened. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes to soak up the liquid.
Step 6
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon evenly over the soaked bread cubes.
Step 7
Using a spoon, make 8 small wells in the casserole mixture and carefully crack one egg into each well, keeping the yolks intact.
Step 8
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the egg whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny.
Step 9
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced scallions before serving.
Step 10
Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy your Sunny Side Up Brunch Egg and Bacon Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (695.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1237.6 |
| Total Fat 79.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 225.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 921.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.9g | |
| Protein 26.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 161.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 697.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 842.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories