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Crack Breakfast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crack Breakfast Casserole is a savory, hearty dish perfect for a family breakfast or brunch. Featuring a flaky crescent roll base layered with crispy turkey bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a creamy ranch egg mixture, this casserole is baked to golden perfection for a delicious and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 (8-oz) can refrigerated crescent rolls

Meat

  • 1½ lb turkey bacon (or beef bacon), cooked and chopped

Cheese

  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Egg Mixture

  • 1½ Tbsp ranch dressing mix
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ tsp pepper


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
  2. Prepare Baking Pan: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Form Crescent Roll Base: Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls and press them firmly into the bottom of the pan, making sure to seal the seams to form a solid crust.
  4. Add Bacon: Evenly sprinkle the cooked and chopped turkey bacon over the crescent roll crust.
  5. Add Cheese: Layer the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the bacon for a rich flavor.
  6. Mix Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ranch dressing mix, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  7. Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese layers, ensuring even coverage.
  8. Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef bacon or regular pork bacon if preferred.
  • Feel free to add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Use a non-stick cooking spray or butter the pan well to prevent the crust from sticking.
  • If you want a sharper cheese flavor, use aged cheddar.
  • Make sure the eggs are fully set before removing from the oven to avoid a runny center.
  • This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning.