Our 23 Best-Ever Egg Casseroles to Perk Up Your Mornings

These egg casserole recipes are perfect for holiday entertaining.

Sausage Egg biscuit Casserole
Photo: Jacob Fox

Get cracking with one of these easy egg casserole recipes. Pair the affordable, crowd-pleasing protein source with chunks of potato, fresh veggies, and shredded cheese in these outstanding sausage-egg casseroles, egg casseroles with bacon and ham, tater tot-egg casseroles, and more.

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Apple-Fennel Ham and Egg Casserole

Apple-Fennel Ham and Egg Casserole in white casserole dish
Jason Donnelly

Lighten up the flavors of classic egg casserole by adding fresh fennel, apple, and green onion. We added hearty texture and flavor with rye bread and creamy Havarti cheese. For a pretty presentation that uses up those veggie scraps, save your fennel fronds and scatter them on top of the baked breakfast.

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Egg 'n' Bacon Breakfast Casserole

Egg and Bacon Breakfast Casserole
Blaine Moats

Serving eggs? You pretty much must add a side of bacon, in our opinion. For ease, this breakfast egg casserole with bacon combines both of those breakfast favorites in one dish, plus shredded cheese and cubes of French bread for an entrée that's almost like a blue plate special of bacon, eggs, and toast.

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Sausage, Egg, and Biscuit Casserole

Sausage Egg biscuit Casserole
Jacob Fox

Diner-inspired fare can now be at your fingertips any morning of the week with minimal fuss and investment. Just six ingredients (plus salt and pepper) are all it takes to bring this cozy sausage-egg casserole to the table. Canned biscuits and frozen sausage patties team up with eggs, cheddar cheese, milk, and seasonings for one unforgettable meal.

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Sausage and Veggie Keto Breakfast Casserole

Sausage and Veggie Keto Breakfast Casserole
Dera Burreson, Ryan Krull

Hosting guests on the keto diet? Try this sausage and egg bake. Adding fresh vegetables like asparagus, tomatoes, peppers, and avocado rounds out this keto breakfast casserole. A sprinkle of toasted pepitas gives eat bite a little crunch.

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Squash, Bacon, and Feta Breakfast Bake

Squash, Bacon, and Feta Breakfast Bake
Jason Donnelly

Two eggs are good, but eight eggs are great. Bake a well-balanced blend of eggs, spaghetti squash, bacon, and Swiss chard. Then up the ante and boost the satisfaction factor by making this a sunny-side-up breakfast casserole by serving each portion with a cooked egg.

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Farmer's Casserole

Farmer's Casserole
Blaine Moats

Rise and shine! This classic make-ahead hash brown-egg casserole is a tried-and-true favorite. The hearty meat, potato, cheese, and egg filling can be customized with your family's favorite protein: ham, sausage, or bacon.

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Sausage and Potato Mini Egg Bakes

Sausage Potato Mini Egg Bakes
Carson Downing

Not in the mood for a feeds-a-family dish? Try these mini baked egg casseroles to enjoy similar flavors in an easy-to-freeze package. When you're ready to enjoy, simply microwave the turkey sausage, hash brown, and egg muffin tin treats for 60 seconds.

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Chile Verde Breakfast Lasagna

Chile Verde Breakfast Lasagna
Andy Lyons

Devouring a lasagna recipe before noon? Stick with us here. This sausage and egg casserole is totally appropriate for brunch with those two aforementioned ingredients, plus corn tortillas in place of noodles to layer the ingredients together. Toss in a fresh jalapeño and salsa verde to help wake up your taste buds.

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Egg Baguette Bakes

Egg Baguette Bakes
Andy Lyons

Why shouldn't the most important meal of the day be a little decadent? Instead of using your casserole dish or slow cooker, this sausage-egg casserole recipe bakes right inside a baguette along with rich Italian sausage and Fontina cheese. An edible "bowl" means fewer dishes, and it's more delicious!

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Savory Tot Breakfast Casserole

Savory Tot Breakfast Casserole

Mushrooms, peppers, sausage, and onion might sound more like pizza toppings than brunch casserole fixings. But toss them in this tater tot-egg casserole, and you might just be convinced that they're even better at breakfast! Serve this with fresh parsley, green onion, and a bottle of hot sauce so everyone can dress up their slice as desired.

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Bacon-Asparagus Strata

Bacon-Asparagus Strata
Kritsada Panichgul

Bacon's back, this time in an overnight egg casserole you can easily prep ahead. Layer the meat with asparagus, red peppers, cheese, and bread cubes before topping with a tangy mustard-flavored egg mixture. Add a side of fresh fruit, and your showy brunch spread is all set.

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Caramelized Onion and Potato Breakfast Casserole

Caramelized Onion Potato Breakfast Casserole
Andy Lyons

Here's one overnight egg casserole that's almost too pretty to eat. Almost. Rosemary-spiced eggs hold together stacks of golden potato shingles (pro tip: use a mandoline for even slices) in this eye-catching yet easy dish. Slices of skillet-crisped pancetta and gooey Gruyère cheese top the morning masterpiece.

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Chilaquiles Breakfast Casserole

Chilaquiles Breakfast Casserole
Blaine Moats

This make-ahead breakfast casserole idea is ideal for entertaining a crowd. Everyone gets to customize their portion! Serve the spicy egg bake with sliced avocados, tortilla chips, cilantro, cheese, and sour cream and let your guests top their own.

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Fig, Pancetta, and Goat Cheese Casserole

Fig, Pancetta, Goat Cheese Brunch Casserole
Andy Lyons

Impress brunch guests with the sweet flavor of figs, salty goat cheese, and savory pancetta. While it looks like you fussed over it all day long, this easy egg casserole can be assembled entirely the night before. "A friend made this for brunch and it was delicious! I immediately asked for the recipe and am looking forward to making it this weekend for out-of-town guests," raves BHG fan Andrea.

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Mashed Potato-Egg Casserole

Mashed Potato-Egg Casserole
Helen Norman

You might think mashed potatoes for breakfast is a stretch. But pair them with sunny-side-up eggs, and you'll want to eat this best egg casserole without bread for every meal. Zesty lemon juice and peppery arugula on top help cut through all the richness.

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Italian Sausage and Zucchini Quiche

Italian Sausage and Zucchini Quiche
Jason Donnelly

Since this easy egg casserole is crustless and wheat free, it's ideal to share with all who are gluten free or following a low-carb plan. Italian sausage and zucchini team up to make a quiche that's full of flavor and unexpectedly filling for just 151 calories. A double dose of cheese (Parmesan and mozzarella) lends just enough richness.

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Spinach-Pancetta Quiche

Spinach Pancetta Quiche
Andy Lyons

Classic quiche lovers will adore the hearty contents of this morning meal, which includes pancetta, spinach, Havarti cheese, onions, and dried tomatoes. Use a springform pan to achieve the spinach-egg casserole's extra-deep crust. No pancetta handy? Try bacon, prosciutto, or even ham instead.

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Ham and Cheese Brunch Casserole

Ham and Cheese Brunch Casserole
Andy Lyons

The only thing that can make a ham and cheese sandwich recipe even tastier? A fluffy layer of eggs. Bake the lunchtime classic with Parmesan cheese and leeks in this overnight egg casserole recipe that will have everyone you share it with begging you to make it again.

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Kale, Chorizo, and Red Bean Brunch Casserole

Kale, Chorizo, and Red Bean Brunch Casserole
Andy Lyons

A dozen eggs go into this colorful and easy egg casserole that's ideal for gatherings. Sliced chorizo spices the dish, while bread cubes, fresh kale, and kidney beans will leave all who enjoy it feeling well-fueled all morning long. Opt for whole grain bread for a lovely nutty element that complements the nutmeg and Parmesan in the mix.

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Easy Huevos Rancheros Casserole

Easy Huevos Rancheros Casserole
Marty Baldwin

Hit the "easy button" on this traditional Mexican farmer's meal. A jar of salsa and frozen fried potato bites basically make this tater tot-egg casserole for you. Rather than stacking eggs on top, pour a nicely spiced egg mixture all over the potato puffs.

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Ham, Asparagus, and Cheese Strata

Ham-Asparagus and Cheese Strata
Kritsada Panichgul

With more than 50 five-star ratings, this top-rated breakfast casserole has proved perfect for entertaining guests. Prep the ham, asparagus, Gruyère cheese, bread cubes, and egg strata the night before, chill overnight, then all that's left to do is pop it in the oven come morning. We can speak from experience: This mouthwatering meal pairs wonderfully with everything from cold brew coffee to mimosas and Bloody Marys.

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Caramelized Onion Breakfast Casserole

Caramelized Onion Breakfast Casserole
Blaine Moats

Love caramelized onions? We do too! That's why we swirled the golden, subtly sweet ingredient with eggs, broccoli, bread cubes, bacon, and melty cheese for an unbeatable breakfast egg casserole.

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Zucchini-Fontina Strata

Zucchini-Fontina Strata
Jason Donnelly

Zucchini and cheese go together like peanut butter and jelly. In this slow cooker veggie-egg casserole, the nutty flavor of Fontina balances out the fresh veggie taste of zucchini. Consider this strata when you're sharing brunch with vegetarians, as it contains zero meat and is still surprisingly satisfying.

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