Christmas Morning Egg Bake: 7 Cozy Bites to Cherish Recipe
This cozy Christmas Morning Egg Bake is the perfect savory start to your holiday. Featuring a delightful mix of eggs, cheddar cheese, ham, bell peppers, and spinach, this easy-to-make casserole offers seven deliciously comforting bites to cherish with family and friends. It’s a warm and satisfying breakfast that comes together quickly and bakes to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
- 12 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
Fillings and Seasonings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the egg casserole.
- Whisk the eggs and milk. In a large bowl, thoroughly whisk together the 12 eggs and 2 cups of milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add the fillings and seasonings. Incorporate 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup diced ham, 1 cup chopped bell peppers, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder into the egg mixture.
- Combine all ingredients. Mix everything well to evenly distribute the cheese, meats, vegetables, and spices throughout the egg base.
- Pour into baking dish. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and pour the combined mixture evenly into it.
- Bake the casserole. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and serve. Remove from the oven and let the bake cool for a few minutes to firm up before slicing into portions and serving warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ham or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
- You can prepare this dish the night before and refrigerate, then bake fresh in the morning.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables with mushrooms, onions, or tomatoes according to your preference.
- Use low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese to lighten the dish.
- Ensure the eggs are fully cooked to avoid runny centers by checking that the bake is firm and a knife inserted comes out clean.
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