Description
This easy eggs benedict casserole recipe brings classic brunch flavors to a simple baked dish. Home cooks can quickly prepare this crowd-pleasing breakfast with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (475 ml)
- 6 English muffins, cubed
- 2 cups (340 g) diced ham
- 1/2 cup (113 g) butter
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 package hollandaise sauce mix
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Generously coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray, then evenly distribute cubed English muffins and diced ham across the bottom.
- Create a smooth egg mixture by thoroughly blending eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika using a whisk until fully incorporated.
- Carefully pour the prepared egg mixture over the layered English muffins and ham, ensuring even coverage.
- Securely cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld, or for a minimum of 1 hour if time is limited.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), removing the casserole from the refrigerator to reach room temperature.
- Uncover the casserole and bake for 35-40 minutes, monitoring until the center is completely set and the top turns golden brown.
- While the casserole bakes, prepare hollandaise sauce either using a packaged mix or creating a traditional sauce by gently whisking egg yolks, lemon juice, and melted butter over low heat until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before drizzling hollandaise sauce generously over the top.
- Serve immediately while warm, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Let the casserole rest in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, allowing ingredients to meld and develop deeper, richer taste profiles.
- Swap ham with crispy bacon, smoked salmon, or vegetarian alternatives like roasted portobello mushrooms for diverse dietary preferences.
- Whisk hollandaise sauce continuously and maintain low heat to prevent curdling, ensuring a silky, luxurious texture.
- Prepare the entire casserole up to 24 hours in advance, making it perfect for stress-free weekend brunches or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 305 mg