Savory Bacon, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Biscuit Casserole
This delectable casserole features homemade cheddar chive biscuits layered with crispy bacon, rich cheddar cheese, and a savory custard of eggs and chives. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish combines hearty flavors with a light, flaky texture. Prepare the biscuits in advance for easy assembly, and let the casserole sit overnight in the refrigerator to intensify the flavors. It's an ideal dish when hosting guests or enjoying a comforting morning meal with family.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups
baking powder
1 tablespoon
sugar
1 teaspoon
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
unsalted butter
6 tablespoons (chilled and cut into cubes)
buttermilk
3/4 cup
chives
1 cup (chopped and divided)
cheddar cheese
1 1/4 cups (shredded and divided)
bacon
1 pound (cooked and chopped)
eggs
6 large
milk
1 1/2 cups
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
Instructions
1
To prepare the Cheddar Chive Biscuits: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
2
Add the chilled butter cubes to the dry ingredients and cut them in using a pastry cutter or two forks until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Pour the buttermilk over this mixture, then gently mix in half of the chopped chives and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until just combined.
4
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently knead until it forms a cohesive mass. Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/3 inch.
5
Using a 1 1/2-inch round biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits from the dough. Avoid over-kneading the scraps when rolling them out again to form more biscuits.
6
Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Allow them to cool slightly before using.
7
For the Bacon, Egg & Cheese Casserole: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter.
8
Split the baked biscuits in half horizontally. Arrange the bottom halves in a single layer at the base of the greased casserole dish.
9
Scatter the chopped bacon evenly over the biscuits, followed by a layer of the remaining shredded cheddar cheese. Close the layers with the biscuit tops.
10
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, remaining chives, salt, and pepper until smooth. Carefully pour this egg mixture over the layered biscuits in the casserole dish.
11
Cover the casserole with foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the egg mixture to soak into the biscuits fully.
12
Bake the covered casserole for 45-55 minutes, or until the egg has set and the casserole is heated through. Remove the foil during the last 5-10 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown slightly.
13
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy a slice of this savory breakfast delight!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Bacon, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Biscuit Casserole?
It is a breakfast dish featuring homemade cheddar chive biscuits layered with crispy bacon, rich cheddar cheese, and a savory custard of eggs and chives.
What ingredients are needed for the homemade cheddar chive biscuits?
The biscuits require all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, salt, chilled unsalted butter, buttermilk, chopped chives, and shredded cheddar cheese.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
This recipe calls for 6 large eggs to create the savory custard.
What kind of cheese is recommended for the casserole?
Shredded cheddar cheese is used both in the biscuit dough and as a layer within the casserole.
How much bacon is required?
You will need 1 pound of bacon that has been cooked and chopped.
What is the oven temperature for baking the biscuits?
The oven should be preheated to 425 degrees Fahrenheit for the initial biscuit baking.
What is the oven temperature for the final casserole assembly?
The oven temperature should be lowered to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for baking the assembled casserole.
How long do the biscuits take to bake?
The biscuits bake for 8 to 10 minutes until they are golden brown.
How long does the completed casserole need to bake?
The casserole should bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the egg mixture has set.
What size casserole dish is needed?
The recipe specifies using a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
How should I prepare the biscuits for the casserole?
Once baked and slightly cooled, split the biscuits in half horizontally to create layers.
Why must the casserole be refrigerated for 30 minutes before baking?
Refrigerating allows the egg and milk mixture to fully soak into the biscuits for a better texture.
Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, you can let the casserole sit overnight in the refrigerator to intensify the flavors before baking.
How much milk is used in the egg custard?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of milk.
How much butter is used in the biscuit dough?
The recipe calls for 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
How should the butter be prepared for the biscuits?
The butter should be chilled and cut into cubes before being added to the dry ingredients.
How thick should I roll out the biscuit dough?
Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/3 inch.
What size biscuit cutter is used in the recipe?
A 1 1/2-inch round biscuit cutter is recommended.
Should the casserole be covered while baking?
Yes, cover the dish with foil for most of the baking time, removing it only for the final 5 to 10 minutes.
How do I get the top of the casserole to brown?
Remove the foil during the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown slightly.
How are the chives used in the recipe?
One cup of chopped chives is divided; half goes into the biscuit dough and the other half is mixed into the egg custard.
Is there any sugar in the recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of sugar is included in the biscuit dry ingredients.
How do I know when the casserole is done?
The casserole is done when the egg has set and it is heated through.
Should I grease the casserole dish?
Yes, grease the 9x13-inch dish with butter before assembly.
How much total cheddar cheese is used?
A total of 1 1/4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese is used in the recipe.
How are the ingredients for the egg mixture combined?
Whisk together the eggs, milk, remaining chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
What is the first step in making the biscuits?
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
How do I incorporate butter into the flour?
Cut the chilled butter cubes into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
How should the dough be handled during rolling?
Knead it gently until cohesive and avoid over-kneading the scraps when re-rolling.
How should the casserole be served?
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.