Description
This Sausage Cream Cheese Casserole is a hearty, savory breakfast dish perfect for mornings when you want something warm, cheesy, and satisfying. Featuring flavorful breakfast sausage, creamy cheese layers, and fluffy biscuits or crispy hashbrowns, it’s an easy one-dish meal that combines richness with comfort. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole serves 8 and is ideal for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Layer
- 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese and Eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for added flavor)
Base Options
- 1 (10 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough (or 4 cups frozen hashbrowns)
Other
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it up into crumbles using a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary, then set the sausage aside.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley (if using), salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to ensure a uniform texture.
- Prepare the Base: If using biscuit dough, tear it into small pieces and evenly spread them over the bottom of the greased baking dish. If using frozen hashbrowns instead, spread them evenly over the bottom of the dish as an alternative base.
- Add the Sausage Layer: Evenly layer the cooked sausage on top of the biscuit pieces or hashbrowns, creating a uniform layer.
- Pour the Cream Cheese Mixture: Evenly pour the cream cheese mixture over the sausage layer to create a smooth layer covering the meat.
- Add Eggs and Cheese: Crack the 6 large eggs evenly over the casserole. Then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Optionally, add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- If you prefer, frozen hashbrowns can replace biscuit dough for a crispier base.
- Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference, adding more for extra cheesiness.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried parsley for a brighter flavor.
- Ensure the eggs are fully set to avoid runny casserole.
