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Ingredients for an easy overnight breakfast bake laid out on a kitchen counter.

Classic Savory Overnight Breakfast Bake

A convenient and hearty breakfast bake with bread, sausage, cheese, and eggs, prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6-8 slices stale bread sourdough, Texas toast, or white bread
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage
  • 0.5 cup diced bell peppers
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • garlic powder Pinch
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter for greasing pan

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • plastic wrap
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Before Baking
  1. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. Tear or cut bread into 1-inch cubes and spread an even layer in the baking dish.
  3. Evenly sprinkle cooked sausage and diced bell peppers over the bread cubes.
  4. Generously sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat and vegetables.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
  6. Carefully pour the egg mixture over the layers, ensuring all bread is moistened; gently press down.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) the next morning.
  2. Remove from refrigerator, uncover, and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
  3. Bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown, eggs are set, and a knife comes out clean.
  4. Let the bake rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, allow the bake to chill overnight to ensure the bread fully absorbs the egg mixture. You can customize this bake by adding other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms, or different types of cheese.