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This breakfast recipe turns the classic flavors of a SausageEgg McMuffin (sausage,egg, cheese, and Englishmuffin) into a delicious breakfast casserole. You can prep the night before and toss in the oven the next morning for an easy breakfast.

The Sausage Egg McMuffin is undoubtedly one of the most iconic fast-food breakfastsof all time.

It’s cost-efficient, has magical hangover-healing properties (allegedly), and the savory blend of flavors never fail to please.

The only thing that could take the Egg McMuffin to the next level is turning it into a breakfast casserole. Good news: I’m on it!

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I made this Egg McMuffin Casserole the first time because some friends had rented a beach house down in Laguna for the weekend. They invited me to come under one condition: that I provide them with a super delicious breakfast.

Not too uncommon of a request when you’re a food blogger.

I’d say it got the job done because there wasn’t a single crumb left!

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Breakfast casseroles are usually best if you prep them the night before, which works out great because in the morning all the work is already done! Just pop it into the oven and lounge on the couch drinking mimosas until it’s ready.

To make the Egg McMuffin Casserole, layer cut English Muffins, cooked breakfast sausage, and cheddar cheese in a deep 8×8 baking dish.

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Then pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the entire casserole.

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At this point, you want to cover the Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole with saran wrap and store in the refrigeratorfor at least two hours. I prefer to let mine soak up the creamy egg mixture overnight.

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I like to top mine with maple syrup, which sort of turns it into a McGriddle. Janette prefers to douse hers in ketchup. This horrifies me but to each her own.

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Whatever condiment you choose to adorn your McMuffin Casserole with, I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe

This breakfast recipe turns the classic flavors of a Sausage Egg McMuffin into a delicious casserole.

Author: Jessica Pinney

Servings: 4 -6

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

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4.92 from 12 votes

Ingredients

  • 8 English Muffins (cut into sixths)
  • 8 oz Breakfast Sausage (cooked and crumbled)
  • 1 1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
  • 5 Eggs
  • 1 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 1.5 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

  • Grease an 8x8 baking dish with non-stick spray. Place half of your cut English muffins into the bottom of the dish in a single layer.

  • Cover then English muffins with half of the cooked breakfast sausage, then layer with half of the cheese.

  • Add one more layer of English muffins, another of sausage, then the cheese.

  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the casserole.

  • Bake 40-50 minutes until center is cooked through.

  • Let cool 5 minutes, then cut and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcal (29%)

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  1. Analida Braeger says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (9)
    I love these breakfasts that will feed a crowd or you can take along to a family brunch! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Tiff says

      Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (11)
      Would be amazing with breakfast gravy over it also, like the kind for biscuits & gravy! 🤤

      Reply

  2. Aish Das-Padihari says

    My boys will love this for weekend breakfasts. Thanks for such a great recipe. Though, I don’t eat sausages .., but I often cook with it for my kids.

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  3. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (12)
    I can so see why this would be an alleged hangover cure. 🙂 Protein and carbs. Perfect. But besides that, this sausage egg mcmuffin casserole looks so delicious!

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  4. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    i love how simple this is…and will work great for serving a crowd.

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  5. Christine Rooney says

    Magical hangover healing properties – love it! This sounds so tasty. Totally saving this recipe for my next breakfast-y food craving.

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  6. Cheryl says

    This looks so good and I don’t even like eggs! I guess I will have to make this for my son. I know he will love it.

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  7. Anne Murphy says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (13)
    Such a good, and super easy, breakfast! I really like the breakfast casserole for a crowd.

    Reply

  8. Veena Azmanov says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (14)
    Breakfast that feed a crowd.. Perfect for the weekend brunch. I love English Muffins and Sausages.. This looks like a winner!

    Reply

  9. Erin @ The Speckled Palate says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (15)
    This. Is. BRILLIANT! I love the idea of turning my favorite fast food breakfast into a homemade casserole, and I have no doubt this recipe is gonna get some mileage in my kitchen. YUM.

    Reply

  10. Amanda Mason says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (16)
    Oh my goodness, this recipe sounds amazing! Love all these ingredients! I’m going to have to give this a go!

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  11. Angie says

    Would this work go double the recipe and make in a 9×13 pan?

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    • Jessica Pinney says

      Yes, that sounds like it would work great Angie. An easy way to feed even more mouths!

      Reply

  12. A says

    Can you make this a freeze it to bake within 2-3 days later

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  13. gujarat-samachar.com says

    Crockpot Overnight Breakfast Casserole recipe is a classic make ahead breakfast casserole with eggs, sausage, bacon, hash browns, and cheese, Great for the holidays and a crowd.

    Reply

  14. Gina says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (17)
    Looks amazing!! Can’t wait to try it!!

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  15. Cindy says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (18)
    I think I might prefer this casserole to the McMuffin itself! My husband love McMuffins, so I’m going to make this for him. Thanks for an awesome recipe

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  16. Ann says

    Can this be made with bacon or ham and biscuits instead of English muffins?

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    • Jessica Pinney says

      I don’t see why not, Ann. You’ll have to let me know how it turns out!

      Reply

  17. Leslie Haasch says

    I make such a mess when I try to eat these as a sandwich – making it into a casserole instead makes perfect sense!

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  18. Jessica Dowden says

    I make this for my family and friends pretty regularly, and they all looooovvveee it! Thanks so much for this recipe.

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  19. Steve says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (19)
    Outstanding Janica! Increased the recipe for a 9 x 13 pan. Everyone was saying it was the best they’ve ever had. Thanks for sharing. I’m going to make it for our office party.

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  20. Sandy B says

    I made this and I am soooo happy I did! I didnt use as many english muffins tho, I used a single layer twice. I also used 1lb of homemade sausage, (all I had was ground pork). There is only the two of us now but I want more. I will double, or make two next time.

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  21. Debbie Capra says

    Hi, I’ve never made a casserole like this. Will there be scrambled eggs in there or does it all soak into the muffins?

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    • Jessica Pinney says

      Hi Debbie! The egg/milk mixture mostly soaks into the bread.

      Reply

  22. Vivian says

    Hi, just checking. Is it 4 whole English Muffins (8 half pieces) or 8 whole English Muffins? Thanks. Sure looks good

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    • Jessica Pinney says

      8 whole English muffins.

      Reply

  23. Debbie says

    I’m going to try and toast the english muffins first. See if I can get a little crispness to it. I love Egg McMuffins. Will try this recipe this weekend. Thanks. 🙂

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  24. Laura says

    Any idea about doubling this? Or making in 9×13? Thanks!

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    • Candi Kirkegard says

      Making this right now, doubled everything, except only used 12 English muffins. Forgot to let set for 2 hours, so hoping turns out just as good 😉

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      • Brandi Shoemaker says

        Did it work without letting it soak for 2 hours? The recipe doesn’t say to set before cooking but I went back and saw it in the story. Thanks for mentioning it and r I wouldn’t have know, I always skip directly to the recipe!

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        • Candi R Kirkegard says

          Honestly, that was quite awhile ago, so can’t remember. I’m sure it was just fine, or I may have commented on my own comment 😂 Think you can’t go wrong anyway you make it.

  25. Momuv3princesses says

    Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (20)
    Made this last weekend with bacon and have it in the oven right now with sausage! My family loved it! So easy and yummy! The only change I made was to drizzle a very small amount of melted butter over it to give it that *greasy* McD’s taste. Totally unnecessary though. Yummy both ways!

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  26. Leah says

    Look amazing. Can you make this the night before?

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  27. Joy says

    This looks so good! I have a question though. I am not a fan of un-toasted English muffins. Do the English muffins toast up at all while it’s cooking?

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    • Jessica Pinney says

      Hi, Joy! I would not say that they end up “toasted” – I think you’ll be disappointed if that’s what you want. You could toast your English muffins before baking. If you try it, please let me know how it turns out.

      Reply

  28. Marlene says

    I’m responding to Joy’s comment about toasting the English muffins first. I would like to know if she tried it because I think I am going to toast the muffins as well.

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    • Krista Slye says

      Great question! Also, can it be made the night before?

      Reply

  29. Marlene says

    This looks delicious! Can I use a 9×13 pan and double the recipe?

    Reply

  30. Marlene says

    Should this be covered when baking?

    Reply

  31. Kim Rainey says

    I’m excited about making this Sunday morning!

    Reply

Sausage Egg McMuffin Casserole Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is my breakfast casserole soggy? ›

Incorrect oven temperature - Casseroles that are baked at an oven temperature that is too low may not cook evenly, resulting in a soggy top and a firm or crunchy bottom. Too much liquid - Casseroles that have too much liquid may not be able to absorb all of the moisture, leading to a soggy top.

How do you thicken breakfast casserole? ›

Make a cornstarch slurry for a fast and easy thickener.

Use one tablespoon of cornstarch per cup of liquid you would like to thicken. Stir out all the lumps. A few minutes before your casserole is done, add it a little at a time until you are happy with the thickness. Then, let the casserole finish baking.

How do you keep breakfast casserole from falling? ›

For a puffy egg casserole, you can prevent falling by cooking at a lower temperature, as with this recipe.

What are the ingredients in McDonald's breakfast sausage? ›

Sausage Patty

Ingredients: Pork, Water, Salt, Spices, Dextrose, Sugar, Rosemary Extract, Natural Flavors.

How do you make a moist casserole? ›

Pro Tip: Avoid Dry Casserole.

The best way to prevent it from drying out is to add a little bit of water, around ¼ cup, to the top of it. Allow the water to seep between the food and the sides of the baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil to seal in the moisture.

How do you make egg casserole not watery? ›

Add a starch. Even if you're a beginner cook, you probably know that adding a starch can help transform liquidy dishes into creamy delights. Cornstarch and flour are two popular options, but don't you dare add them directly to your casserole. Instead, make a slurry.

How long should a casserole be cooked for? ›

The time a casserole takes to cook will vary from 2-2½ hours for chuck, blade and thick flank, up to 4 hours for shin, leg and neck. Pork cuts for braising and casseroling normally take 1½ hours, and lamb much the same.

What is the key to making a good casserole? ›

  1. Choose the right baking dish. If you're all about the crunchy topping, use a shallow dish. ...
  2. Undercook your pasta. ...
  3. Drain your meat. ...
  4. Beware of mushy vegetables. ...
  5. Know your cheeses. ...
  6. Master the art of casserole assembly. ...
  7. Don't skip the topping. ...
  8. Make it now, but bake it later.
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Should you cook a casserole covered or uncovered? ›

Generally, casseroles with grains, rice or pasta that will cook during the baking process are usually covered, for at least part of the time. Casseroles made of cooked ingredients are usually baked uncovered. If you like a crisper, browner top, be sure the casserole is uncovered for at least part of the bake time.

How do you know when breakfast casserole is done? ›

How do you know when breakfast casserole is done? Just stick a knife into the center of your egg casserole recipe after 55 minutes of baking. If it comes out clean, your baked egg casserole is ready!

Why do you have to refrigerate breakfast casserole overnight? ›

The casserole is covered and refrigerated overnight to allow the liquid ingredients to be absorbed into the bread. This is a perishable mixture and should be cooked the morning or day after assembly. Bake in an oven set no lower than 325 °F. Most recipes suggest 350 °F.

Why did my egg casserole fall? ›

This releases steam from the center; the cooling moisture is actually what causes rapid deflation. You also want the interiors of the puffs to be as dry as possible. The other things to do are experiment with adding slightly more bisquick, and cooking them slightly longer.

Why is my breakfast casserole not done in the middle? ›

This is likely because the vegetables still contained a lot of water when the dish was transferred to the oven or it was cooked at too high of a temperature. Try reducing the oven temperature slightly, and continue to bake until the center sets. Cover the dish with foil if the top begins to brown too quickly!

Why is my hash brown casserole soggy? ›

Frozen hash browns will leak moisture during cooking, which could leave a soggy, sad mess behind. For the best results, let the frozen hash browns thaw overnight in the fridge, then thoroughly pat them dry to remove as much moisture as possible before cooking them to crispy.

Why is my sausage casserole watery? ›

Don't cover all ingredients with stock or you will have too much water when it starts to cook down. Like some other posters have said, corn flour or regular plain mixed and smoothed with water to a thick consistency prior to adding to the casserole will help thicken it.

How do you add moisture to a dry casserole? ›

If you've already cooked your casserole and find out it's too dry, another easy fix is to warm some broth and then pour it over the top of your casserole. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent the liquid from evaporating and wait for 10 minutes or so before serving.

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