Waffle Breakfast Casserole
Transform your mornings with this irresistible Waffle Breakfast Casserole—a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for brunch gatherings or a make-ahead family breakfast. This recipe layers crispy toasted waffles, savory breakfast sausage, and gooey cheddar cheese, all soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and a touch of maple syrup for a delightful sweet-and-savory bite. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is simple to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, and yields six generous servings. Serve it warm with an extra drizzle of maple syrup for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or meal-prepping for busy mornings, this easy breakfast casserole is a surefire hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Frozen waffles
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 6 large Eggs
- 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
Toast the frozen waffles until lightly golden and crispy. Cut each waffle into quarters and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Layer half of the toasted waffle pieces in the greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle half of the cooked sausage and half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the waffles.
Repeat the layers with the remaining waffle pieces, sausage, and cheese.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered waffles, ensuring it covers everything. Gently press down with the back of a spoon to make sure the waffles absorb the liquid.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg mixture is fully set.
Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Optionally, drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4075 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.5 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.6 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1635 mg | 545% | |
| Sodium | 9286 mg | 404% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.7 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 162.2 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.7 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 2448 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1844 mg | 39% | |
*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.
