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Easy Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole Recipe with Cheesy Crunch Made Perfect

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A quick and easy breakfast casserole featuring everything bagel seasoning woven throughout, topped with a crispy cheesy crunch. Perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups cubed day-old everything bagels (about 6 bagels)
  • 8 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
  • Optional mix-ins:
  • ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon bits
  • ½ cup chopped green onions or chives
  • ½ cup diced bell peppers or mushrooms

Instructions

  1. Cube about 6 everything bagels into roughly 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 8 eggs with 1 ½ cups of half-and-half or milk until well combined.
  3. Whisk in 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, then season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  4. Add the cubed bagels to the egg mixture and gently stir to coat all pieces.
  5. Fold in any optional cooked sausage, bacon, or veggies along with chopped green onions if using.
  6. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bagels to soak up the custard.
  7. Pour the soaked bagel mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
  8. Press down slightly with a spatula to help everything settle into one layer.
  9. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
  10. Add Parmesan cheese, then a generous layer of everything bagel seasoning on top.
  11. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  12. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil after 25 minutes.
  13. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bagels for best soaking and texture. Freshly shred cheese for better melting and crispiness. Tent with foil if top browns too fast. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight; add extra baking time if baking from cold. Customize with optional mix-ins like sausage, bacon, or veggies. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bagels or bread. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cheese with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: everything bagel, breakfast casserole, cheesy crunch, brunch, easy breakfast, savory casserole, bagel seasoning

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