Crouton Egg Casserole
Wake up to the comforting aroma of this Crouton Egg Casserole—a hearty, make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish that combines crispy croutons, fluffy eggs, and gooey melted cheeses. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of store-bought or homemade croutons soaked in a rich custard of whole milk, heavy cream, and perfectly seasoned eggs, finished with a golden topping of cheddar and Parmesan. The addition of garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme infuses every bite with irresistible savory flavors, while fresh scallions and parsley bring a bright, fresh touch to the final dish. Ideal for serving a crowd, this one-pan egg casserole bakes to perfection in under an hour, making it a stress-free choice for weekend gatherings or holiday breakfasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 scallions (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and all the Parmesan cheese, reserving the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese for the topping.
Spread the croutons evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Pour the egg mixture over the croutons, ensuring that they are fully soaked. Use a spatula to gently press the croutons down if needed.
Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed, golden, and the center is set (a knife inserted into the middle should come out clean).
Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle with sliced scallions and chopped parsley for garnish before serving.
Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.9 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.6 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1950 mg | 650% | |
| Sodium | 9691 mg | 421% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.5 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 165.0 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.7 mcg | 69% | |
| Calcium | 2863 mg | 220% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 2122 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
