Holiday mornings are chaotic, right? Between unwrapping gifts, dodging stray wrapping paper, and keeping Aunt Karen from retelling her ski trip story, you need breakfast to be easy, delicious, and crowd-pleasing. These egg casseroles are your ticket to a stress-free, flavor-packed morning. Whether you’re feeding picky kids or impressing your foodie in-laws, these recipes are quick to prep, endlessly customizable, and so tasty you’ll be sneaking seconds. Who doesn’t love a dish you can toss in the oven and forget about while you sip your coffee? Here’s my roundup of the 10 best egg casseroles to make your holiday mornings merry and bright.
1. Cheesy Sausage & Hashbrown Casserole
This casserole is the comfort food equivalent of a warm hug. It’s hearty, cheesy, and perfect for feeding a crowd without breaking a sweat.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Cook the sausage and onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain the grease.
- Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Stir in hashbrowns, cheese, and the sausage-onion mix.
- Pour everything into the baking dish. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Why You’ll Love It
This dish is a total crowd-pleaser—crispy hashbrowns, melty cheddar, and savory sausage? Yes, please! I made this for Christmas last year, and my brother-in-law, who “hates casseroles,” went back for thirds. Pro tip: Swap in spicy sausage for a morning kick.
2. Spinach & Feta Veggie Delight
Want a lighter option that still feels indulgent? This spinach and feta combo brings Mediterranean vibes to your holiday table.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Sauté spinach and bell pepper in a skillet until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, milk, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix in feta and the sautéed veggies.
- Pour into the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until puffed up and golden.
- Slice and serve warm.
Why You’ll Love It
The feta adds a tangy punch that makes this feel fancy without extra work. I once tried swapping feta for goat cheese—big mistake, it was way too strong. Stick with feta, and you’re golden.
3. Bacon & Mushroom Brunch Bomb
Bacon lovers, this one’s for you. Smoky, earthy, and cheesy, it’s like a breakfast pizza in casserole form.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Sauté mushrooms in a skillet until golden, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, heavy cream, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in bacon, mushrooms, and mozzarella.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until set.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra bacon for flair.
Why You’ll Love It
The smoked paprika gives this a subtle BBQ vibe that pairs perfectly with bacon. I brought this to a potluck brunch, and it vanished faster than the mimosas. Trust me, double the recipe if you’re feeding teens.
4. Sweet Potato & Kale Power Casserole
This one’s for the health-conscious folks who still want flavor. Sweet potato and kale make it nutrient-packed but oh-so-tasty.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Sauté kale and sweet potato in a skillet for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cheddar and the sautéed veggies.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until firm.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Why You’ll Love It
The sweet potato adds a subtle sweetness that balances the kale’s earthiness. I make this when I’m trying to be “healthy” but still want to feel spoiled. It’s also great for meal prep—reheats like a dream.
5. Ham & Cheese Classic Casserole
Nothing says holiday like ham and cheese. This is your no-fuss, everyone-loves-it option.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup diced bread (day-old works best)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in ham, Swiss, and bread.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
- Serve warm with a side of holiday cheer.
Why You’ll Love It
The Dijon gives this a slight zing that elevates the classic ham and cheese combo. I made this for Easter brunch, and even my picky nephew cleaned his plate. Use leftover holiday ham to make it even easier.
6. Tex-Mex Egg Fiesta
Spice up your morning with this zesty, south-of-the-border-inspired casserole. Think tacos, but for breakfast.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, salsa, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in black beans, pepper jack, and jalapeño.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until set.
- Serve with extra salsa and a dollop of sour cream.
Why You’ll Love It
This casserole brings the heat without overwhelming—perfect for holiday mornings when you want something bold. I’m obsessed with the pepper jack meltiness. Skip the jalapeño if you’re feeding spice-averse folks, but IMO, it’s worth keeping.
7. Broccoli & Cheddar Comfort Bake
This is like your favorite broccoli-cheese soup, but in casserole form. Cozy, cheesy, and kid-approved.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in broccoli and cheddar.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden.
- Serve hot and watch it disappear.
Why You’ll Love It
The broccoli sneaks in some greens, but the cheddar steals the show. My kids devoured this, and they usually side-eye anything green. Perfect for using up leftover steamed veggies.
8. Chorizo & Potato Spicy Number
This one’s a bold, smoky casserole for those who like a little fire in their morning. Chorizo makes it unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 lb chorizo, crumbled
- 2 cups diced potatoes, parboiled
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Cook chorizo in a skillet until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Whisk eggs, milk, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in potatoes, chorizo, and Monterey Jack.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until set.
- Serve with a side of hot sauce for extra zing.
Why You’ll Love It
The chorizo and smoked paprika give this a smoky depth that’s pure magic. I made this for a New Year’s brunch, and it was gone before I could blink. Parboil the potatoes to save time—nobody wants crunchy spuds.
9. Asparagus & Goat Cheese Fancy-Pants Casserole
Want to impress your guests? This asparagus and goat cheese casserole feels gourmet but is secretly simple.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped and blanched
- ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in asparagus and goat cheese.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Serve warm with a smug smile.
Why You’ll Love It
The goat cheese adds a creamy, tangy vibe that screams sophistication. I served this at a holiday brunch, and my sister-in-law asked for the recipe—high praise from her. Blanch the asparagus to keep it vibrant and crisp.
10. Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole
Love everything bagels? This casserole turns that flavor into a shareable, scoopable masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups day-old bagels, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- ½ cup cream cheese, cubed
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, everything bagel seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in bagels, cheddar, and cream cheese.
- Pour into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
- Serve hot with a side of smug satisfaction.
Why You’ll Love It
The everything bagel seasoning is a game-changer—garlicky, oniony, and just plain addictive. I tried this with fresh bagels once, and it was too chewy—stick with day-old. Perfect for a holiday morning when you want something unique.
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Wrapping It Up
These egg casseroles are your holiday morning MVPs—easy to prep, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to make everyone happy. From the cheesy comfort of sausage and hashbrowns to the fancy-pants asparagus and goat cheese, there’s something here for every palate. Pick one (or three), pop it in the oven, and enjoy your holiday morning without breaking a sweat. What’s your go-to breakfast casserole? Let me know—I’m always hunting for new ideas! 😊
