Everything Bagel Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole to Wow Your Family

This Everything Bagel Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole combines the beloved flavors of everything bagels, crispy bacon, and creamy cheeses, perfect for a cozy brunch.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 55

Refrigeration Time 4

Total Time 5 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 bagels Everything Bagels or plain bagels with seasoning
8 oz Bacon or substitute with sausage or ham

For the Cheese

8 oz Gruyere Cheese or swap with cheddar or gouda
8 oz Cream Cheese can be omitted for a lighter option

For the Egg Mixture

6 Eggs essential for binding
1 cup Heavy Cream 2% milk can be used as a replacement
1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
1 tsp Pepper optional

For the Garnish

2 tbsp Chives for garnish

Equipment

13x9 inch casserole dish
mixing bowl
whisk
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Grease a 13x9 inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
Layer half of the diced everything bagels, bacon, Gruyere cheese, and dollops of cream cheese.
Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake covered for 40 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
Let cool for 10 minutes, garnish with chives, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for prepping the night before; bake, cool, and slice before freezing for easy breakfasts!

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