The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole
A warm and hearty breakfast casserole perfect for special occasions and gatherings, combining eggs, cheese, and vegetables for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 480 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or blend)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cubed bread (whole wheat or white)
Instructions
- Whisk the fresh eggs and milk in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, stirring into the egg mixture.
- Fold in the diced bell peppers and chopped spinach until distributed.
- Add the cubed bread, stirring until fully coated.
- Fold in the shredded cheese for melty pockets of goodness.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) the next morning and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
Excellent for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Can be reheated in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 375mg