Description
Eggs Benedict Casserole brings classic brunch flavors straight to your breakfast table without the fussy individual plating. Creamy hollandaise drizzled over Canadian bacon and English muffin layers creates a simple yet elegant morning meal that feeds a crowd with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 4 egg yolks
Base Ingredients:
- 6 English muffins, split and chopped
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings and Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and generously coat it with cooking spray. Scatter 6 chopped English muffins and 2 cups diced ham across the surface, creating an even layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack 8 large eggs and whisk them thoroughly with 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper until completely blended.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the muffin and ham base, using your hands to press down softly and ensure every piece gets saturated.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight to develop deeper flavors.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking.
- Place the uncovered casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and completely set eggs.
- While the casserole bakes, create the hollandaise by whisking 4 egg yolks with 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a double boiler until they become thick and pale.
- Slowly stream ½ cup warm melted butter into the yolk mixture, continuously whisking to create a smooth sauce. Season with a pinch of cayenne and salt.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Cut into generous squares and drizzle with the freshly made hollandaise sauce.
Notes
- Chilling the casserole before baking helps the bread absorb the egg mixture, creating a more cohesive texture and deeper flavor.
- For a lighter version, swap regular ham with turkey ham or Canadian bacon to reduce fat content.
- When making hollandaise, keep the heat low and whisk constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling and ensure a smooth sauce.
- For gluten-free guests, replace English muffins with gluten-free bread cubes, maintaining the same delicious breakfast casserole experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 371 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 335 mg