Description
A hearty and delicious Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole perfect for a family brunch or a weekend breakfast. This casserole combines fluffy crescent roll dough, savory breakfast sausage, eggs, and a blend of cheeses, all baked together to create a warm, comforting dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tube crescent roll dough (or croissant dough)
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (or bacon/ham)
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain Grease: Drain off excess grease from the sausage and set it aside. If using bacon, cook until crispy then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare Dough Base: Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, sealing any seams to form a solid dough base.
- Mix Egg Filling: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Add Cream Cheese: Stir in cream cheese for extra creaminess if desired; this step is optional but adds a rich flavor.
- Layer Sausage: Evenly sprinkle the cooked sausage (or bacon) over the crescent roll dough in the baking dish.
- Add Egg Mixture: Pour the seasoned egg mixture evenly over the sausage layer, ensuring it spreads out across the dish.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top of the egg mixture for a cheesy finish.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes. Slice into portions and serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- You can substitute sausage with bacon or ham based on preference.
- Adding cream cheese is optional but enhances the casserole’s creaminess.
- The casserole reheats well and makes great leftovers for breakfast or brunch.
- For a veggie boost, consider adding chopped bell peppers or spinach to the egg mixture.
- Make sure to seal the crescent roll dough seams to prevent the egg mixture from leaking during baking.
