Start your day on a high note with a hearty and satisfying breakfast that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers throughout the week. This Sausage, Egg & Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole is a delicious combination of savory flavors and comforting textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re hosting brunch, meal prepping for busy mornings, or simply craving a cozy breakfast at home, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 package (30 oz) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Preparation
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Remove from heat and drain any excess grease.
- Prepare Layers: Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with cooked sausage.
- Whisk Eggs and Milk: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the egg mixture and whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Pour Over Layers: Pour the egg and cream cheese mixture evenly over the hash brown and sausage layers in the baking dish.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve warm.