Description

Croissant breakfast casserole with sausage and pimentos is a cozy dish that brings together two Southern favorites, classic pimento cheese dip flavors, and the beloved casserole dish. Made with croissants, sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and jarred pimentos, this casserole is oven-baked for an hour until golden brown. Perfect for weekend brunch and serves 8–10. It can also be prepped the night before, making breakfast a breeze the next day.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound sausage
10 ounces mini croissants
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese - shredded
4 ounces jarred pimentos - drained
10 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and cool on a paper towel-lined plate.
While the sausage is cooking, prep the rest of the recipe. Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and lay evenly on the bottom of the greased baking dish.
Shred a block of cheddar cheese and layer evenly on top of the croissants.
Sprinkle the sausage on top of the cheese in an even layer.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, pimentos, and spices until well combined.
Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole, pressing gently so the croissants soak up the custard.
Bake uncovered for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and edges are golden brown.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Overnight Make Ahead Instructions

Anytime I make this for my family personally, I will prep the day before - making breakfast easy the next day. Just make according to the directions all the way up until baking. Wrap tightly with foil and place in the fridge overnight. In the morning, place in the preheated oven uncovered for 50-60 minutes, or until the middle is just set and edges golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Breakfast - casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scoop
Calories: 266
Sugar: 2.5 g
Sodium: 446.3 mg
Fat: 20.8 g
Carbohydrates: 4.7 g
Fiber: 0.4 g
Protein: 14.6 g
Cholesterol: 233 mg