Overnight Croissant Breakfast Casserole Bake with Gravy
A cozy and easy make-ahead breakfast casserole featuring buttery croissants, eggs, cheese, and hearty meat, perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces croissants, torn into pieces Day-old croissants are perfect for soaking.
- 6 large eggs large eggs
- 2 cups milk Can swap half for lower-fat options.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Cheddar is recommended for melting.
- 1 cup cooked sausage or ham, diced For a lighter version, use chicken sausage or turkey ham.
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust based on the saltiness of the sausage.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
For Serving
- Gravy Highly recommended for a savory finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the torn croissants, followed by the diced sausage or ham, and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant and sausage layers.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Baking
- In the morning, remove the wrap and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is set and golden on top.
- Serve warm with gravy drizzled on top.
Notes
Make extra the first time and freeze portions for single breakfasts. Leftovers can be chopped and added to breakfast scrambles or burritos. For lighter options, consider using fresh herbs and lower-fat milk.