Description
This hearty breakfast egg casserole is packed with fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and colorful veggies, making it the perfect way to start the day. Whether served for a family breakfast, weekend brunch, or a meal prep option, it’s wholesome, satisfying, and easy to make ahead of time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup diced cooked ham or cooked sausage
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, cooked ham or sausage, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
- Swap cheddar with mozzarella, Swiss, or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
- Great for meal prep store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- You can also freeze slices individually and reheat for quick breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (of 8)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: Egg casserole, breakfast casserole, cheesy egg bake, make-ahead breakfast