Eggs Benedict Casserole Recipe
This Eggs Benedict Casserole is a delicious and convenient twist on the classic brunch favorite. Combining layers of Canadian bacon, toasted English muffins, and a rich egg mixture, it’s baked to perfection and topped with a creamy hollandaise sauce. Perfect for an easy make-ahead breakfast or brunch that your family and guests will love.
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: Overnight refrigeration plus 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Egg Mixture
- 2 cups milk
- 8 large eggs
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Layers
- ¾ pound Canadian bacon, diced
- 6 English muffins, diced
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
Hollandaise Sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1 (0.9 oz) package hollandaise sauce mix
- ¼ cup butter
- Prepare the baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent the casserole from sticking during baking.
- Make the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of milk, 8 large eggs, chopped green onions, onion powder, and salt until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the layers: In the greased baking dish, layer half of the diced Canadian bacon first, then evenly spread all of the diced English muffins on top, followed by the remaining diced Canadian bacon.
- Add the egg mixture: Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it covers everything well.
- Chill overnight: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to soak up the egg mixture.
- Preheat the oven and season: Remove the casserole from the fridge and preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Before baking, sprinkle the top with ground paprika for a subtle smoky flavor and color.
- Bake covered: Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes to let it cook through without drying out.
- Finish baking uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to brown the top and ensure the casserole is set.
- Prepare hollandaise sauce: While the casserole bakes, prepare the hollandaise sauce by combining 1 cup milk, the hollandaise sauce mix, and ¼ cup butter according to package instructions. Serve warm over casserole slices for that classic Eggs Benedict taste.
Notes
- This casserole can be prepared the night before, making it ideal for busy mornings or entertaining brunches.
- Use day-old English muffins for better texture and absorption of the egg mixture.
- To keep the casserole warm before serving, cover with foil and place in a warm oven (around 200°F) for up to 30 minutes.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or a lower-fat milk instead of whole milk, and reduce butter in the hollandaise sauce.
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