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Sweet Maple Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Susan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8-10 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A delightful Sweet Maple Sausage Breakfast Casserole combining savory sausage with the sweetness of maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. This hearty make-ahead dish features layers of cubed day-old bread, cheddar cheese, fresh blueberries, and chopped pecans for added texture and flavor. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or holiday breakfast, it bakes to a golden perfection and can be served with an extra drizzle of maple syrup.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 1 pound sweet maple sausage

Egg Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Baking Base and Toppings

  • 8 cups cubed day-old bread (such as challah or sourdough)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh pecans (optional)
  • Cooking spray or butter (for greasing the baking dish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sweet maple sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  3. Whisk the Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
  4. Assemble the Casserole: Evenly layer half of the cubed bread across the bottom of the greased baking dish. Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread. Next, spread half of the cooked sausage, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese and drizzle half of the maple syrup on top. If using, scatter half of the blueberries and pecans evenly. Repeat these layers with the remaining ingredients to form a second layer.
  5. Soak: Allow the assembled casserole to sit for 15-20 minutes so the bread fully absorbs the egg mixture, ensuring a moist and flavorful dish.
  6. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until the casserole is fully set and golden brown on top.
  7. Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired, and garnish with extra blueberries or pecans before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute the sweet maple sausage with regular breakfast sausage and add extra maple syrup for sweetness.
  • Day-old bread works best as it absorbs the custard mixture without becoming mushy.
  • Feel free to use your choice of bread: challah, sourdough, or brioche all work beautifully.
  • For a nut-free version, omit pecans or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.
  • The casserole can be assembled the night before, covered, and refrigerated, then baked fresh in the morning.

Find it online: https://www.recipeothy.com/sweet-maple-sausage-breakfast-casserole-recipe/