Halloween Breakfast Casserole
A delightful Halloween breakfast casserole packed with seasonal flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for gatherings and early risers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 4 cups bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup cooked sausage or bacon (or vegetarian option)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mix of red, orange, and yellow)
- 1/2 cup diced onions (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Tear the bread into bite-sized pieces and spread evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage (or bacon) over the bread, then add the diced peppers and onions on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 45 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Using stale bread helps absorb the egg mixture better. Feel free to customize seasoning and try variations for a different twist!