Description
Comforting easy eggs benedict casserole delivers classic breakfast flavors in a convenient baked dish. Creamy hollandaise sauce and savory ham create a delightful morning meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 6 English muffins, chopped
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Hollandaise Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 packet hollandaise sauce mix (or homemade hollandaise)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13-inch dish with cooking spray or butter, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute chopped English muffin pieces and diced ham uniformly across the greased dish, creating an even base layer.
- Create a robust egg mixture by combining eggs, milk, and seasonings (salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, paprika) in a large mixing bowl, whisking until thoroughly blended.
- Gently cascade the seasoned egg mixture over the muffin and ham foundation, guaranteeing comprehensive coverage. Optional: Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top for additional flavor complexity.
- Secure the dish with plastic wrap and allow it to rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of 60 minutes, or ideally overnight, enabling ingredients to harmonize.
- Position the casserole in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven, baking uncovered for 35-40 minutes until eggs become completely set and surface achieves a golden-brown hue.
- Simultaneously craft the hollandaise sauce by creating a double boiler method: whisk egg yolks, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and cayenne in a heatproof bowl positioned above simmering water, gradually incorporating melted butter until sauce reaches a luxurious, thick consistency.
- Extract the casserole from the oven and permit a brief 5-minute resting period. Artfully drizzle hollandaise sauce across the surface and serve while warm for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Assemble the casserole the night before to let flavors meld and save morning cooking time.
- Swap ham with bacon, turkey, or smoked salmon for different flavor profiles.
- Use gluten-free English muffins or replace with cubed sourdough bread to accommodate dietary needs.
- Whisk hollandaise slowly and continuously to prevent separation and achieve silky smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 240 mg