Description
Start your morning with a warm, satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy days and relaxed weekends alike. This make ahead biscuit breakfast casserole is a hearty, easy recipe packed with fluffy biscuits, savory sausage, eggs, and melty cheese. It’s one of those breakfast ideas that works just as well for meal prep as it does for feeding a crowd. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, or comforting food idea, this casserole delivers rich flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 can biscuit dough
1 lb breakfast sausage
6 large eggs
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheese
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cut biscuit dough into bite-sized pieces and spread evenly in the dish.
3. Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, then drain excess grease.
4. Sprinkle cooked sausage, bell peppers, and onion over the biscuit layer.
5. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
6. Pour egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
7. Top with shredded cheese.
8. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 2 hours.
9. Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes until the center is set and top is golden.
10. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a mix of cheeses like cheddar and mozzarella for richer flavor.
Swap sausage with turkey sausage or add vegetables for a lighter option.
Let the casserole rest before slicing for cleaner portions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: breakfast casserole, easy breakfast, make ahead breakfast, brunch ideas, comfort food