Small Brunch Bake
Brighten up your mornings with this irresistible Small Brunch Bake, a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for cozy breakfasts or casual brunch gatherings. Featuring a rich blend of savory ingredients—including fluffy eggs, creamy shredded cheddar cheese, smoky ham or bacon, and colorful diced bell peppers—this recipe is a crowd-pleasing favorite. The cubed day-old bread acts as the perfect base, soaking up the egg mixture for a delightful, custard-like texture. Finished with a golden, lightly crisp top and the freshness of chopped green onions, this casserole-style bake comes together in just 45 minutes and is ideal for feeding a family of four. With easy prep and bold flavors, it's sure to become a brunch-time staple. Pair it with a seasonal fruit salad or a side of crispy roasted potatoes for a complete meal that will wow your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces eggs
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups cubed bread (day-old works best)
- 0.75 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup diced ham or cooked bacon
- 0.5 cup diced bell peppers
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions
- 0.5 tablespoon butter, for greasing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a small 8x8-inch (or similar size) baking dish with the butter to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Spread the cubed bread evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese, diced ham (or bacon), diced bell peppers, and chopped green onions evenly over the bread cubes.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread and toppings, ensuring everything is coated.
Gently press down on the mixture with a spatula to help the bread absorb the liquid.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set in the center.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.7 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 924 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 4398 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 107.0 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1129 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1388 mg | 30% | |
*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.
