Sunrise Breakfast Casserole Prepared Night Before

Start your day off right with this Sunrise Breakfast Casserole, the ultimate make-ahead dish designed for busy mornings! Packed with layers of fluffy eggs, savory ground sausage, melty cheddar cheese, and soft bread cubes, this casserole is prepared the night before for effortless baking in the morning. A touch of fresh green onions adds a burst of color and flavor to every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy breakfast casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or looking for a hearty make-ahead breakfast, this recipe delivers convenience and comfort in every slice. Bake, serve, and enjoy a golden, satisfying dish that feels like a morning celebration!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 large Eggs
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 pound Ground sausage
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices White or whole-grain bread
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the butter to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Brown the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks, until fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain the fat and set aside.

Step 3

Cut the slices of bread into 1-inch cubes and layer them evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish. Follow with an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the contents of the baking dish, making sure all the bread is soaked.

Step 7

Finely chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the top of the casserole as a garnish.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to combine and the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 9

The next morning, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats.

Step 10

Bake the casserole, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(310.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	737.3

Total Fat 9.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3747.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397.4mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 318.7mg	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: 10.9%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 75.8%