English Muffin Breakfast Casserole Recipe
This English Muffin Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and delicious morning dish combining savory breakfast sausage, soft English muffins, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, offering a comforting start to your day with an optional touch of maple syrup sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Bread
- 6 English muffins (1 package)
Dairy
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 8 eggs
- ½ cup half and half (or milk)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or American cheese)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Serving
- maple syrup (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your casserole once assembled.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up as it browns. Continue stirring and crumbling until sausage is fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Muffins and Egg Mixture: Cut the English muffins into bite-sized pieces about 1.5 to 2 inches each. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half (or milk), salt, and pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Casserole: Place the bite-sized English muffin pieces into a medium casserole dish (around 2 quarts). Drizzle melted butter evenly over the muffins and toss gently to coat. Spread the cooked sausage evenly on top, stirring gently to distribute it throughout the muffin pieces. Pour the egg mixture over the entire casserole then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve: Once baked, cut the casserole into 8 squares. Serve warm, either plain or with maple syrup on the side for dipping as a sweet complement.
Notes
- You can substitute half and half with whole milk or any milk of your choice for a lighter version.
- Using American cheese instead of cheddar works well and gives a milder flavor.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed onions or bell peppers with the sausage before assembling.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- This casserole is easily doubled to feed a larger crowd using a larger baking dish.
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