Waffle Breakfast Casserole

Transform your mornings with this irresistible Waffle Breakfast Casserole—a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for brunch gatherings or a make-ahead family breakfast. This recipe layers crispy toasted waffles, savory breakfast sausage, and gooey cheddar cheese, all soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and a touch of maple syrup for a delightful sweet-and-savory bite. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is simple to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, and yields six generous servings. Serve it warm with an extra drizzle of maple syrup for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or meal-prepping for busy mornings, this easy breakfast casserole is a surefire hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Frozen waffles
• 1 pound Breakfast sausage
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.25 cups Milk
• 6 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Toast the frozen waffles until lightly golden and crispy. Cut each waffle into quarters and set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Layer half of the toasted waffle pieces in the greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the waffles.

Step 6

Repeat the layers with the remaining waffle pieces, sausage, and cheese.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered waffles, ensuring it covers everything. Gently press down with the back of a spoon to make sure the waffles absorb the liquid.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg mixture is fully set.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Optionally, drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1696.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4074.8

Total Fat 278.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1635.0mg	0%
Sodium 9286.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 52.0g
Protein 162.2g	0%

Vitamin D 387.3IU	0%
Calcium 2447.6mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 1843.9mg	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: 62.6%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 21.2%