Description
A hearty and satisfying Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole combining savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheeses baked on a buttery crescent roll crust. Perfect for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole offers rich flavors with minimal prep and cook time.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 can (8 ounces) crescent roll dough
Sausage
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare for the casserole assembly.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small crumbles. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Prepare the Crescent Roll Base: Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, making sure to press the seams together to form a solid crust layer.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the cooked sausage evenly on top of the crescent roll crust, creating an even layer over the base.
- Mix the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined and smooth.
- Add Cheese and Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top. Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, then cut into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the crescent roll dough seams are firmly pressed to prevent the filling from leaking through while baking.
- Drain the sausage fat well to avoid a greasy casserole base.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or onions with the sausage.
- Make sure eggs are fully set before removing from the oven to avoid runny casserole.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for convenience.
