Bacon Cheddar Egg Casserole
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
9 servings
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Calories
357 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Bacon Cheddar Egg Casserole
Description
This casserole begins with a smooth batter made from buttermilk pancake mix, milk, egg, and melted unsalted butter poured into a buttered and greased baking dish. It is sprinkled with a layer of sharp cheddar cheese and half the cooked diced bacon. A separate mixture of eggs, milk, sliced green onions, and black pepper is whisked and poured over the ingredients in the pan. The top is finished with remaining cheddar and bacon, providing a cheesy and smoky crust after baking.
Baked at moderate temperature, the casserole sets with a lightly golden top and creamy interior that combines classic breakfast flavors: bacon, egg, and cheddar. The green onions add mild onion sweetness and freshness throughout.
This dish serves well for breakfasts or brunches and is best enjoyed hot, right after baking. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator sealed up to four days and gently reheat in a microwave or oven without drying out.
Using pre-cooked microwave-heated bacon speeds preparation while retaining flavor. The recipe is adapted for ease while still delivering a comforting texture that holds together when sliced.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter melted and divided, unsalted
- 1 cup buttermilk pancake mix brand: Krusteaz
- 1 cup milk divided
- 4 egg divided, large
- 2 cups cheddar cheese 8 ounces, divided, shredded
- Bacon cooked, drained, and diced small, divided (see tip below, about 10 slices
- green onion about 1/3 cup, trimmed and sliced into thin rounds plus more for garnishing if desired, about 4
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a 9×9-inch square baking pan or casserole dish with cooking spray and even drizzle with 1/4 cup melted butter; set aside.
- To a medium bowl, add the pancake mix, 1/2 cup milk, 1 egg, remaining 1/4 cup melted butter, and whisk until smooth, some tiny lumps are okay. Pour over the melted butter in pan; set aside.
- Evenly sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
- Evenly sprinkle with half the bacon; reserve remainder to sprinkle on top; set aside.
- In a large bowl, add remaining milk, remaining 3 eggs, green onions, pepper and whisk to combine. Evenly pour over the cheese and bacon in pan.
- Evenly top with 1 cup cheese and bacon and bake for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until lightly golden brown and set in the center.
- Garnish with additional green onions and serve immediately. Recipe is best hot and fresh but leftovers will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or as desired.
Notes
- Using pre-cooked bacon heated in the microwave reduces cooking time without sacrificing flavor.
- Store leftovers airtight in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat gently.
- Garnish with additional thinly sliced green onions for added freshness on serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 357 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 357kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12g | 71% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 557mg | 23% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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