Description
Wake up to a hearty and delicious breakfast with this crescent roll breakfast casserole. Featuring savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese over a buttery crescent roll crust, this dish is perfect for busy mornings, holiday brunches, or meal prep. Quick to assemble, it’s customizable to your tastes and sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1 (8 oz) tube refrigerated crescent dough
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups grated colby-jack cheese (or fiesta blend/cheddar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish and Sausage
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a 13×9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Arrange the Crescent Roll Dough
- Open the crescent dough tube and unroll the dough.
- Place the dough in the baking dish, ensuring it covers the bottom and press to seal seams.
- Layer the Sausage and Cheese
- Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the crescent roll crust.
- Sprinkle half the grated cheese over the sausage.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layers.
- Add Final Cheese Layer and Bake
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Rest and Serve
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like salsa, green onions, or sour cream.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Ensure the crescent dough is tightly sealed to avoid leaks.
- Let the casserole rest after baking for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American