Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole Recipe

This copycat breakfast casserole is layered with delicious ingredients. The ingredients are simple and you can easily make ahead of time.

If you love making breakfast casseroles, then you must try this Sausage Cream Cheese Casserole, Overnight Breakfast Casserole, Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole, Mexican Breakfast Casserole or Chorizo Breakfast Casserole. Breakfast casserole are staple weekend breakfast. You may also love these Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole Recipes, or Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza. Check out this Easy Biscuits and Gravy Casserole Recipe.

If you needing an easy casserole to make this weekend, this is the perfect one to make. We love Paula Deen copycat recipes. Also try Paula Deen Pineapple Casserole, Paula Deen Pecan Pie, and Paula Deen Potato Soup.

Why This Recipe Works

Breakfast casserole are perfect for a weekend, holiday breakfast or brunch but we also make them to meal prep for the week. It is easy to store and reheat to enjoy all week long.

You can easily change the ingredients for a filling breakfast that is loaded with protein to keep you full. Every bite is filled with egg, sausage and cheese for a delicious breakfast that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• Ground Maple Pork Sausage – Adds a savory flavor to the breakfast casserole
• White Bread – We usually just use sandwich bread
• Shredded Cheese – Cheddar Cheese is delicious option but feel free to use what you prefer
• Large Eggs – This adds the golden brown layer to the casserole
• Whole Milk – I love mixing it in with my eggs for a creamier texture

Scroll to the bottom for the full list of ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations or Substitution Ideas

• Change Sausage – Feel free to use the sausage flavor that you prefer or mix in chopped cooked bacon. We have even used leftover cooked chicken or turkey.
• Bread – You can change the bread and mix in sourdough bread, hash browns or whole wheat bread. Use what you have.
• Change Cheese – I love the flavor of the cheddar, but feel free to also use mozzarella, sharp cheddar cheese, swiss cheese, or colby jack cheese.
• Vegetables – This breakfast casserole is delicious with the addition of veggies. We have added in spinach, fresh tomatoes, potatoes, cooked bell peppers, and slice mushrooms.

How to Make Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole

• Step 1 – Spray the baking dish with a nonstick cooking spray. 
• Step 2 – In a large skillet cook the sausage over medium-high heat stirring frequently until browned and crumbly. Drain off the excess grease in a paper towels lined plate. 

Step 3 – Cut the crust off the bread and cut the bread pieces in half. In a single layer in the bottom of the dish cutting pieces.

Step 4 – Layer the top of the bread with cooked sausage crumbles.

Step 5 – Sprinkle 8-ounce of triple Cheddar Cheese on top of the cooked sausage.

Step 6 – Combine the eggs with the other ingredients in a large bowl. Pour mixture, then cover and refrigerate. Then bake the breakfast casserole uncovered then serve and enjoy.

Tips for Making the Perfect Breakfast Casserole

• Uncover Casserole – We like to bake the casserole uncover so the top gets golden brown.
• Refrigerate – One you have layered ingredients, allow the casserole to refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
• Baking Time – Cooking time will vary for this breakfast casserole. You will know that the breakfast casserole is finished bake when the top is golden brown and the center is set. If the center is jiggly then you will need to finish baking.

What to Serve with Breakfast Casserole

• Fresh Fruit – We love to make this fresh fruit salad for a refreshing side dish.
• Biscuits and Gravy – This makes a delicious and savory side dish that everyone loves.
• Roasted Vegetables – Make Roasted Zucchini and Squash or Oven Roasted Asparagus for an easy and healthy side dish.
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How to Make Ahead

We recommend making this breakfast casserole ahead of time.

• Layer the ingredients in the casserole.
• Place the casserole in the refrigerator and allow it rest for at least 8 hours.
• Cover the casserole with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.
• Bake casserole the next morning until golden brown.