Berry Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe
This Easy Eggs Benedict Casserole is a delicious and effortless twist on the classic brunch favorite. Layers of English muffins, Canadian bacon, and cheddar cheese are soaked in a flavorful egg mixture, baked to perfection, and topped with rich hollandaise sauce and fresh herbs for a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 12 large eggs
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Casserole
- 8 English muffins, quartered
- 8 ounces Canadian bacon or ham
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup hollandaise sauce
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the 12 large eggs, 3 cups whole milk, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard until fully combined and smooth.
- Layer Ingredients: Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and place the quartered English muffins evenly across the bottom. Next, layer slices of the Canadian bacon or ham over the muffins. Pour the prepared egg mixture over the layered ingredients, making sure everything is evenly soaked. Finally, sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before drizzling with 1 cup of hollandaise sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with 2% or skim milk, but the casserole will be less rich.
- Canadian bacon can be replaced with ham or smoked turkey, depending on preference.
- If you prefer a spicier casserole, increase the cayenne pepper slightly, or add a dash of hot sauce to the egg mixture.
- Use freshly made hollandaise sauce for best flavor, or a good quality store-bought version for convenience.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes after baking to help it set fully before serving.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute English muffins with gluten-free bread cubes.
