Description
A delicious and hearty Broccoli Cheddar Egg Casserole topped with buttery breadcrumbs, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for the Buttered Breadcrumbs)
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for the Buttered Breadcrumbs)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (for the Buttered Breadcrumbs)
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning (for the Buttered Breadcrumbs)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
- Steam or blanch the broccoli for 2–3 minutes, just until slightly tender. Drain well and pat dry.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Stir in the cheddar, Parmesan, broccoli, and sautéed onion mixture.
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread everything evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the panko, melted butter, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the egg mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the eggs are completely set in the center and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the egg mixture.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 200mg