Featherbed Eggs
Wake up to the ultimate make-ahead breakfast delight with Featherbed Eggs, a rich and comforting egg casserole that’s perfect for brunch gatherings or lazy weekend mornings. This indulgent dish layers cubes of day-old bread soaked in a luscious custard of eggs, milk, and cream, topped with a blanket of melted cheddar cheese and a drizzle of buttery goodness. After an overnight rest, the flavors meld beautifully, creating a fluffy, golden-brown bake that’s crisp on the edges yet decadently soft inside. With simple prep and customizable touches like fresh chives, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for anyone seeking an effortless, flavorful breakfast casserole. Whether you’re hosting guests or simply treating your family, Featherbed Eggs will steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Day-old bread, cubed
- 6 Large eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Spread the cubed bread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cheese for added richness.
Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes while the oven preheats.
Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.5 g | 315% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.3 g | 616% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1642 mg | 547% | |
| Sodium | 11332 mg | 493% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 756.5 g | 275% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.4 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.9 g | ||
| Protein | 238.7 g | 477% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.6 mcg | 63% | |
| Calcium | 2952 mg | 227% | |
| Iron | 55.6 mg | 309% | |
| Potassium | 3304 mg | 70% | |
*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.
