Prepping for the first meal of the day just got a little easier. Assemble one of these make-ahead breakfast casserole recipes the night before and store it until you're ready to bake it in the morning!
28 Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipes
Updated on Apr. 24, 2025
1/28
Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
A savory mix of eggs and sausage gets tossed with cubed bread in a trusty 13×9 pan. Left in the fridge overnight, the bread absorbs some of the liquid, becoming almost melty and custardy. It needs to bake only 40 minutes in the morning, and breakfast is served.
2/28
Amish Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoyed hearty breakfast casseroles during a visit to an Amish inn. When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right off the top of her head. I modified that recipe a bit to create this version that my family loves. —Beth Notaro, Kokomo, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 273 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
One of our best breakfast recipes just so happens to be a make-ahead breakfast casserole. There’s a hash brown base under all the cheese, bacon and eggs!
3/28
Garden Veggie Egg Bake
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Looking for a healthy day-starter? Children will actually enjoy eating their veggies when they’re baked into this cheesy, nutrition-packed egg dish. —JoAnne Wilson, Roselle Park, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 202 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 197mg cholesterol, 478mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
Our garden veggie bake is beautiful, bold, and filled with vegetables and protein-rich dairy. Try the vegetable blend in our recipe or make this egg bake as an excuse to use whatever vegetables are plentiful in your garden or on their last leg in your fridge.
4/28
Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A package of frozen potatoes makes this hash brown egg casserole simple to prepare. Featuring bacon and cheddar cheese, this easy egg bake is tasty breakfast or brunch fare. You can even make it the night before, keep in the fridge and bake the next morning—so convenient! —Cheryl Johnson, Plymouth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 227mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
This hash brown egg casserole is an all-in-one dish. Hash browns, eggs, bacon and cheese meet breakfast demands. Serve each slice with some fruit for a refreshing palate cleanser.
5/28
French Toast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Topped with cinnamon and sugar, this overnight French toast casserole is my favorite way to make the breakfast favorite. Since you assemble this baked French toast the night before, you save time in the morning. If you have an extra-hungry crowd, it's easy to bake up a few batches. —Sharyn Adams, Crawfordsville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 223 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 484mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
While French toast is a breakfast staple, standing over the stove all morning, soaking and flipping individual slices of bread for a large crowd, isn’t exactly ideal. Instead, French toast casserole makes things 10x easier. The bread soaks overnight and everything bakes in the oven the next morning, so guests are served plates of hot French toast all at once.
6/28
Sausage & Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this tasty sausage and crescent roll breakfast casserole for a baby shower. It saved the day: Preparing it ahead gave me more time to finish decorating for the party. —Melody Craft, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 283 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 160mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
At this point, I’m convinced there’s nothing a tube of crescent rolls can’t do. Here, it forms the crust of an incredible sausage and egg casserole. It’s sort of like a super easy quiche or a breakfast-style pizza. Either way, we’re sold!
7/28
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I keep frozen spuds on hand for meals like this Tater Tot breakfast casserole. It’s a super brunch, breakfast or side dish for kids of all ages. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 443 calories, 29g fat (12g saturated fat), 243mg cholesterol, 917mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
Say “Tater Tots” and the kids come running. What’s more, Canadian bacon, onions, cheese and eggs fill out the casserole in between the puffs of tots, and a bunch of familiar seasonings tie everything together.
8/28
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Biscuits and gravy are usually prepared separately but served together. I created a way to bake them all at once in this scrumptious casserole. —Nancy Mcinnis, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 373 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
As if a make-ahead casserole recipe wasn’t easy enough, a box of biscuit mix makes this biscuit and gravy casserole feel truly effortless. Take it one step further and break out a tube of store-bought biscuits.
9/28
Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who says you can’t have it all for breakfast? This savory dish combines flaky croissants, eggs, sausage and Gruyere cheese for the ultimate breakfast (or brunch) casserole. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 353 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 188mg cholesterol, 686mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
Baked with croissants (store-bought are fine!), Gruyere, Dijon, eggs and sausages, this is a French-inspired breakfast casserole that guests will adore. For a make-ahead version, use stale croissants, which retain more of their integrity than soft, freshly baked croissants.
10/28
Eggs Benedict Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (1-2/3 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
This eggs Benedict casserole is just as tasty as the classic but without all the hassle. Simply assemble the ingredients ahead, and bake it the next morning for an elegant breakfast or brunch. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 286 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
Admittedly, I would never make eggs Benedict for a crowd. Between poaching eggs, emulsifying hollandaise and building the Benedicts, there are too many variables for mishap. However, this eggs Benedict casserole solves every problem. All the components bake together, then an easy hollandaise is poured on top.
11/28
Pancake Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Trial and error have made this recipe one that my family asks for time and time again. It's so easy and incredibly good. —Ethel Sanders, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 379 calories, 24g fat (6g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 692mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
Sausages and pancakes may sound like an odd pairing to you, but this sweet and savory combo goes well together. The secret? Tie them together with the condiment they both pair best with: maple syrup!
12/28
Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For this all-in-one breakfast casserole, I sandwich pork sausage between layers of hash browns flavored with creamy soup and French onion dip. Cheddar cheese tops it all off. —Esther Wrinkles, Vanzant, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 382 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 776mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
What makes this sausage and hash brown casserole better than the rest? It’s exceptionally rich thanks to cream of chicken soup, sour cream and French onion dip.
13/28
Brie and Sausage Brunch Bake
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this brunch bake for holidays as well as for a weekend at a friend's cabin, and I always get requests for the recipe. It's make-ahead convenient, reheats well and even tastes great the next day. —Becky Hicks, Forest Lake, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 451 calories, 34g fat (18g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 843mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
This brunch bake is a sophisticated upgrade to the classic breakfast casserole. It’s elevated with Brie cheese, cubed sourdough, roasted red peppers, Dijon and fresh basil.
14/28
Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations. —Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 466 calories, 34g fat (18g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 840mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
For those who gravitate toward grits on a brunch menu, rejoice in the fact that they’re perfect to make in large batches for a crowd! Here, we use them in a breakfast casserole along with eggs, bacon and two types of cheese.
15/28
Bananas Foster French Toast
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mmm … bananas Foster for breakfast! This yummy baked French toast serves up all the taste of the spectacular dessert in fine fashion. —Laurence Nasson, Hingham Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 658 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 218mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 84g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 4g fiber), 14g protein.
Could anyone turn down sweet breakfast ideas as decadent as bananas Foster French toast? This overnight recipe lets the challah soak in the custard all night and bakes the next morning, so the banana topping caramelizes beautifully.
16/28
Christmas Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After church on Christmas morning, our family enjoys this easy make-ahead casserole. I’d recommend this Christmas morning breakfast casserole for a special brunch any time of the year. —Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 291 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 202mg cholesterol, 677mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
Between a frenzy of wrapping paper flying everywhere to excited gasps with show and tells to follow, Christmas morning is hectic. Take one task off your plate that morning and assemble this special Christmas breakfast casserole the night before—right before Santa comes. Pop it in the oven the next morning before everyone opens gifts.
17/28
Southwest Sausage Bake
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This layered tortilla dish is not only delicious but a real timesaver because it's put together the night before. The tomato slices provide a nice touch of color. I like to serve this crowd-pleasing casserole with muffins and fresh fruit. —Barbara Waddel, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 329 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
Tortillas are the totally unexpected (or completely expected?) carb in our Southwest sausage bake. Assemble the casserole the night before so the tortillas can soak and soften into the eggs.
18/28
Farmer’s Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Between family and friends, we average 375 visitors a year! This casserole is super handy—you can put it together the night before and let the flavors blend, then bake it in the morning. —Nancy Schmidt, Center, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
This farmer’s casserole is a contest winner for a reason. Everything is assembled the night before so the flavors from the hash browns, cheese, ham, eggs and milk can meld. Serve this simple breakfast with a batch of muffins or a gorgeous fruit salad.
19/28
Reuben Brunch Bake
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this when I wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons. When I realized I had most of the ingredients on hand for the Reuben dip I usually make, I decided to use them in a brunch casserole instead! Everyone asked for the recipe. —Janelle Reed, Merriam, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 290 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 232mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
A classic Reuben sandwich is the inspiration behind this brunch bake. Expect this casserole to have everything you love about a Reuben, from the rye bread to the sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and corned beef. The recipe is perfect for anyone looking for breakfast ideas without eggs!
20/28
French Toast Casserole with Cream Cheese
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This yummy French toast casserole is a breeze to whip up the night before a busy morning. My family loves the richness from the cream cheese and maple syrup. —Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 372 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 218mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
Between its flavor and ease, baked French toast is hard to beat. But this recipe is slightly better than the rest thanks to big hunks of cream cheese baked right in. I recommend adding berries, nuts or streusel on top.
21/28
Overnight Asparagus Strata
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this tasty egg dish for breakfast, brunch, even dinner as a side dish. This is not your run-of-the-mill strata. —Lynn Licata, Sylvania, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 318 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 916mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
I love the idea of this strata as a way to use up leftover Easter ham, which is usually available right around the time asparagus is in season. Crusty English muffins bulk out the casserole. Colby-Monterey Jack and lots of milk make it super creamy.
22/28
Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Recipes that don't tie me to the kitchen—that’s what I’m all about. I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 302 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 148mg cholesterol, 342mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 4g fiber), 13g protein.
Cinnamon-raisin bread and a pumpkin-cream cheese custard soak overnight and bake into the most dreamy fall breakfast ever. I can’t think of a better accompaniment than a homemade pumpkin spice latte.
23/28
Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
8 servings (1-3/4 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
A local blueberry grower shared this recipe with me, and it's the best breakfast dish I've ever tasted. With the cream cheese and berry combination, this French toast casserole reminds me of dessert. —Patricia Axelsen, Aurora, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 621 calories, 31g fat (15g saturated fat), 350mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
The finishing touch that takes this blueberry-cream cheese French toast bake over the top? The included homemade blueberry sauce, and add some quality maple syrup to boot.
24/28
Strata
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We start this strata recipe the night before so it's ready for the oven the next day. That way, we don't have to deal with the prep and dirty dishes first thing in the morning! —Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 295 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
A classic strata (an Italian bread-and-egg casserole) is jazzed up with an array of delicious fillings (totally customizable, of course). It’s hearty, filling and contains half the amount of eggs found in the usual breakfast casserole.
25/28
Greek Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a great dish for a Sunday brunch, or you can cut it into six pieces and freeze it to have a quick and easy breakfast any day of the week. I also like to make it with broccoli, carrots, green onions, Canadian bacon and sharp cheddar cheese. The variations are nearly endless! —Lauri Knox, Pine, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 179 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 229mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.
In this Greek breakfast casserole, you’ll find hunks of feta, artichoke hearts, broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, shallots and herbaceous seasonings suspended in delicately baked eggs.
26/28
Vegetable Strata
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian, we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 677 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 244mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 35g protein.
This vegetarian-friendly strata is loaded with all kinds of fresh veggies, a mound of Italian bread, a few eggs and Alpine-style cheese. Pecans are unexpected but add nice a crunch among the soft texture.
27/28
Green Chile Brunch Bake
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's easy to make this ahead of time in a 13x9-inch pan. It is filling, is perfect for a crowd and helps out busy parents. —Trista Thinnes, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 503 calories, 34g fat (16g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 1052mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
What I love about this casserole is that, yes, it can bake in a 13×9-inch pan. But you could also make individual servings by baking it in a muffin tin. This is best for a buffet-style brunch where everyone is loading their plate with all sorts of servings from different brunch recipes.
28/28
Baked French Toast
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Any day is special when Mom makes one of her French toast recipes, like this do-ahead baked version. —Jill Baughman, New York, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 297 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
Once this baked French toast emerges from the oven, top it with whatever fruit is in season. While citrus fruits are plentiful in winter, they wouldn’t pair here, so go with a banana and Nutella topping.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipes FAQs
Can you refrigerate a casserole before baking?
Yes, you can refrigerate most casseroles before baking. Simply assemble the casserole in the dish, then cover it tightly with storage wrap or aluminum foil. When you’re ready to bake it, take the casserole out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Putting a cold dish into a hot oven is not a good idea, as the dish can crack. During the last 10 minutes, preheat the oven.
How long can a breakfast casserole sit in the fridge before baking?
A well-covered breakfast casserole can sit in the fridge for eight hours before baking. Raw eggs are very perishable, so it’s best not to let them hang out uncooked for too long. Also, if there is bread in the casserole, you don’t want it to sit for too long or it may become soggy.
Why is my breakfast casserole soggy?
Your breakfast casserole might be soggy for a few reasons. The most common is if you used frozen ingredients. Frozen ingredients expel a lot of excess water during baking, so it’s best to thaw and drain them before use. Also, prepare any vegetables in the dish ahead of time. Vegetables hold on to a lot of water and should be cooked before going into the casserole to help draw out some of the water. Lastly, take the lid or wrapping off the casserole for the last 10 minutes of baking so excess liquid can evaporate and create a crunchy topping.
