Make Ahead Ham and Cheddar Egg Dish
Wake up to the ultimate morning comfort with this Make Ahead Ham and Cheddar Egg Dish—a savory breakfast casserole that combines fluffy eggs, creamy cheddar cheese, tender ham, and a hint of freshness from green onions, all layered over soft, custard-soaked bread. Perfect for busy mornings or hosting brunch, this dish is assembled the night before, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while saving you time on the day of serving. The addition of heavy cream and melted butter lends a luxurious richness, while a golden, bubbly top adds a delightful texture. Easy to customize and loaded with protein, this crowd-pleasing baked casserole is ideal for feeding a family or a hungry gathering. Pair it with a fresh green salad or fruit for a balanced and satisfying meal that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups ham
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup green onions, chopped
- 4 cups bread, cubed (preferably day-old)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter, oil, or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the cubed bread to the egg mixture and gently toss to coat all pieces. Let the bread absorb the liquid while preparing the additional ingredients.
In another bowl, combine the chopped ham, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions. Stir to mix evenly.
Spread half of the soaked bread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle half of the ham and cheese mixture over the bread layer.
Repeat with the remaining bread mixture and top with the rest of the ham and cheese mixture.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the casserole from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats.
Bake the casserole, covered, for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg is fully set.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.4 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.6 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1964 mg | 655% | |
| Sodium | 6856 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.0 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 177.3 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.3 mcg | 62% | |
| Calcium | 2544 mg | 196% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2616 mg | 56% | |
*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.
