Description
Rise and shine, breakfast enthusiasts! This Everything Bagel Cheddar Bacon Breakfast Casserole layers chopped everything bagels, smoky bacon, melty cheddar, and a fluffy egg custard—an irresistible, make-ahead-friendly dish that turns any morning into a celebration.
Ingredients
4 everything bagels, chopped into bite-sized pieces
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepping the Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Layering the Ingredients: Spread chopped bagels in the dish; top with crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar.
3. Mixing the Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Pouring and Baking: Pour egg mixture evenly over layers. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until center is set and top golden. (Optional: cover and refrigerate overnight before baking.)
5. Cooling and Serving: Rest 10 minutes, then slice and serve hot.
Notes
Customize by adding vegetables such as spinach, bell peppers, or onions.
For a firmer texture, bake immediately instead of chilling overnight.
Garnish slices with chives, sour cream, or avocado for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg