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Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole for Ultimate Mornings

This Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole combines buttery croissants, savory sausage, and creamy cheese for a perfect breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Refrigeration Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 croissants stale croissants Tear into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb ground sausage Cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can use Swiss, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella
  • 6 large eggs Large eggs, for custard base
  • 2 cups whole milk Can use non-dairy alternatives
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp onion powder Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Optional garnish
Serving Suggestions
  • 4 cups light salad or fresh fruit for serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Tear the stale croissants into bite-sized pieces and evenly distribute them at the bottom of the greased dish.
  3. Sprinkle the cooked and crumbled ground sausage over the croissants, followed by the shredded cheese.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers of croissant, sausage, and cheese, pressing gently with a spatula.
  6. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  7. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and the center is set.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light salad or fresh fruit for a balanced meal. Feel free to customize with your favorite sausage or cheese.

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