Creamy Crustless Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
A rich, custard-like breakfast casserole featuring diced ham and sharp cheddar cheese baked in a creamy egg mixture. It is simple to prepare, gluten-free, and perfect for brunch or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 to 1.5 cups diced ham (honey-glazed or leftover spiral ham)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing dish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Dice the ham into bite-sized pieces.
- Shred the cheddar cheese if using a block.
- In a large bowl, whisk 8 eggs vigorously until frothy.
- Add milk, melted butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the eggs; whisk until combined.
- Place ham and cheese in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese, folding gently to distribute evenly.
- Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are golden and center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for even cooking. Do not overcook; the center should be slightly jiggly as it will firm up while cooling. For a crispier top, broil for the last 1-2 minutes. Sauté any added vegetables beforehand to prevent excess moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 25
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