Save yourself the headache of a stressful Thanksgiving morning and prep one of these casserole recipes. These casseroles, from a French toast bake to an egg-filled bite, can all be made ahead of time, so all you have to do on Thursday morning is pop it into the oven or reheat slices for your family. Recipes like our Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole and Spinach & Feta English Muffin Breakfast Casserole are simple, flavorful recipes that you’ll make every year.
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Overnight French Toast Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.
This overnight French toast casserole transforms simple ingredients into a cozy, make-ahead breakfast. Since it’s assembled the night before, all that’s left to do in the morning is pop it into the oven—perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings or a comforting weekend breakfast. Serve it alongside yogurt and fruit for a satisfying meal.
High-Protein Breakfast Casserole
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
This high-protein breakfast casserole that’s packed with eggs, cottage cheese and veggies is the best way to start your day. Cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and increases the protein content without overpowering the flavor. Earthy mushrooms, bell pepper and sautéed kale bring flavor to every bite. Enjoy it warm or reheat slices throughout the week for a satisfying, veggie-filled breakfast.
Spinach & Feta English Muffin Breakfast Casserole
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
This spinach-and-feta breakfast casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that makes a perfect centerpiece for your weekend brunch. A mashup between a breakfast sandwich and a strata, this dish layers split English muffins, creamy spinach, crumbled feta and a fluffy egg mixture. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy-to-make dish offers a stress-free way to kick off your weekend morning.
Peanut Butter-Banana French Toast Casserole
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This French toast casserole is sweetened with banana and a touch of maple syrup. The drizzle on top adds nutty peanut butter flavor to every bite. If your peanut butter is lumpy, blend the custard filling in a blender to smooth it out. You can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flavor if you prefer.
Spinach, Mushroom & Egg Casserole
This delightful spinach, mushroom and egg casserole is layered with earthy cooked mushrooms and baby spinach, fluffy eggs and nutty cave-aged Gruyère that deepens the flavor.
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This easy breakfast casserole is perfect for the holidays when you need to feed a hungry crowd. The egg mixture is topped with tater tots for a nice, crispy bite.
Ham & Broccoli Breakfast Casserole
Prepare this easy ham and broccoli casserole the evening before. In the morning, just pop it into the oven for a delicious breakfast.
Lemon-Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly
When you need to feed a crowd, this French toast casserole is sure to be a winner. Blueberries bring color and tartness to the dish. While you could substitute frozen blueberries, they may add sogginess to the dish. Be sure to choose country-style whole-wheat bread, which soaks up the egg mixture well. You can easily assemble this casserole the night before and leave it to soak before baking it in the morning. Serve with maple syrup on the side, if desired.
Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
This egg-based casserole is assembled and baked in a single baking dish, making prep (and cleanup!) a breeze. Potato tots nestled on top add a crispy, golden crust. Be sure to squeeze as much moisture as you can from the frozen artichoke hearts and spinach to prevent the casserole from becoming soggy. If you can’t find frozen artichoke hearts, you can use canned—just make sure to rinse them well to remove any excess salty brine.
Blueberry-Almond Overnight French Toast
Pick your favorite table-worthy baking dish for this healthy French toast recipe—the breakfast casserole goes straight from the oven to the table. Serve with pure maple syrup.
