Start your morning with a hearty and delicious Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole! This savory dish combines buttery crescent rolls, fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, and melted cheese into a single pan of breakfast bliss. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s easy to prepare and guarantees to be a hit at your next brunch gathering.
Why You’ll Love It
- Convenient: Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch.
- Customizable: Easily adapt with veggies, sausage, or your favorite cheese.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Everyone loves the combination of eggs, bacon, and cheese!
How to Make Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
This casserole comes together with just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep. It’s as simple as layering, mixing, and baking!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Roll out the crescent rolls in the baking dish to form an even layer. Pinch any seams together.
- Cook the bacon (or use pre-cooked bacon), and crumble into small pieces.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Add in half of the shredded cheese and stir.
- Layer bacon on top of the crescent rolls, followed by pouring the egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese across the casserole.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden. Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Variations
- Vegetarian: Replace bacon with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Sausage Version: Use cooked crumbled sausage instead of bacon.
- Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate:
- Allow the casserole to cool completely before storing.
- Transfer leftovers into an airtight container or cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze:
- Slice the casserole into individual portions for easy reheating.
- Wrap each piece tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat:
- Microwave: Heat single portions for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.
- Oven: Reheat larger portions or the entire casserole at 350°F (175°C) for about 15–20 minutes or until heated thoroughly.
- If reheating from frozen, allow it to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
8
servings10
minutes35
minutesIngredients
1 can (8 oz) crescent rolls
6 large eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
6 strips of bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook sausage or bacon and set aside.
- Press crescent dough into the dish as a base.
- Add cooked sausage or bacon and cheese on top.
- Whisk eggs, milk, and seasonings, then pour over the layers.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.
FAQ
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble it the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake the next morning.
Can I use pre-cooked bacon or sausage?
Absolutely, it saves time and works just as well.
How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Can I freeze it?
Yes! Freeze baked slices for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven at 350°F (175°C).