Name: Crack Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-486648H19M49S
Total time: PT-486648H19M49S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1 ½ cups milk; ½ cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); Salt and black pepper, to taste; 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed; 1 ½ cups cooked bacon, crumbled (about 10-12 strips); 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese; 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed; 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)

Description

This Crack Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, cheesy breakfast dish featuring eggs, crispy bacon, hash browns, and cream cheese. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or brunch, it’s a crowd-pleaser packed with creamy, savory flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

6 large eggs
1 ½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
1 ½ cups cooked bacon, crumbled (about 10–12 strips)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Casserole
Spread thawed hash browns evenly in the baking dish. Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top, followed by shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese cubes.
Pour the Egg Mixture
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the hash browns and cheese. Use a spatula to press ingredients down so they soak in the liquid.
Bake
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
Garnish and Serve
Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with green onions, slice into squares, and serve warm.

Notes

Prep Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh in the morning.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Microwave slices for 1-2 minutes or bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Customizable: Swap bacon for sausage, use different cheeses, or make it vegetarian with sautéed veggies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Breakfast casserole Make-ahead breakfast Cheesy bacon casserole Hash brown casserole Gluten-free breakfast