This Overnight Egg Benedict Casserole is an easy recipe you make the night before and enjoy a delicious breakfast casserole the next morning. It's perfect for special occasions like Mother’s Day, Easter Brunch or if you're making Eggs Benedict for a crowd!
All of the savory flavors come together in this dish, but with less work than it typically takes to make that classic egg benedict recipe.
Be sure to make this easy Hollandaise Sauce to top the egg bake!
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Why you'll love this recipe
We adore this make-ahead casserole, and it's a favorite among our readers! Prepare it the night before, then pop it in the oven when it's time to eat.
The classic Eggs Benedict flavor is there with half the work. It's fancy enough for a Sunday brunch and perfect for Easter or Christmas breakfast. I even make it for dinner sometimes!
Ingredients/variations
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- milk
- half and half, evaporated milk or heavy cream
- large eggs
- Shallots, sweet yellow onions or even thinly sliced green onions would be delicious!
- garlic powder
- salt and black pepper
- salty Canadian bacon or cubed ham
- Hearty English muffins, sourdough bread or croissants.
- parsley (an optional garnish)
You could also add some vegetables such as sundried tomatoes or spinach to this casserole version of the traditional dish!
If you want to add add a dash of Dijon mustard to the egg mixture.
Instructions
This is a photo overview of the instructions for the best eggs benedict casserole! For the complete written directions, just scroll down to the bottom!
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Equipment
- 9x13 Baking dish
- large bowl.
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FAQ's
This casserole can be refrigerated for up to 12 hours before being baked.
Covering your egg casserole with foil helps to keep the top from getting too brown while baking.
It was reportedly named after Mrs. LeGrand Benedict one of the customers at Delmonico's restaurant in New York City in the late 19th century. It's believed that she asked the chef to make her something different, and thus eggs benedict was made.
Things to know
Top Tip
I like to garnish this easy casserole with fresh parsley, sliced green onions, fresh chives, or sliced avocado for a fresh touch and a nice pop of color.
Storage
Refrigerate - Leftovers of this casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The hollandaise sauce mix can be stored up to two days.
Freezer - The casserole can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Make sure it is well wrapped and sealed with plastic wrap and aluminum foil before placing in the freezer.
Reheat - Heat in the microwave for about 1-2 minutes or until warm. Or reheat in a 350˚F oven covered with aluminum foil for 15-20 minutes. Make sure that you pre-heat the oven first.
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Serve with
- Of course, you're going to top this with Blender Hollandaise Sauce, right? My goodness, it's the BEST! You won't believe how easy it is to make using egg yolks and melted butter. Don't worry there won't by any whisking involved!
- I love to serve fresh fruit like this Papaya Breakfast Bowl with this overnight eggs benedict casserole. It's fresh and light and pairs so well with this hearty meal.
- These Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are a simple side dish that adds a little sweetness to this easy eggs benedict recipe when you serve them as a side with it.
- If you are like me, and enjoy having a little crunch with your meals, then this Easy Breakfast Potatoes recipe is what you want to make with this comfort food casserole.
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Overnight Egg Benedict Casserole
Equipment
- 1 Casserole Dish
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup half and half
- 8 large eggs
- 2 shallots diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces Canadian bacon cut in small dice about ½ inch
- 6 English muffins cut in small dice about ½ inch
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Spray the baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the milk, half&half, eggs, shallots, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Place the English muffin pieces in the baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over the English muffins.
- Top with bacon.
- With the wooden spoon gently press and stir so that the English muffins are all covered with egg mixtures.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove the egg benedict casserole from the fridge.
- Preheat the oven to 375 ˚F.
- Cover the casserole with aluminum foil. Place the middle rack of the oven.
- Cook for 30 minutes, remove the aluminum foil and continue cooking for another 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm with hollandaise sauce.
Lois says
We have had this for both breakfast and brunch and is always so good. You get it ready the night before and that is even better. Love it
Debra Clark says
That is a super yummy recipe. I'm glad it's been a hit at your home!!