Wife Saver Breakfast Bake - Super Easy Recipes for Mornings
This Wife Saver Breakfast Bake is a lifesaver for those chaotic mornings when you need something hearty, warm, and ready to go. I’ve leaned on this recipe when guests crash overnight, or let’s be honest—when I just don’t want to face my stove at 7 a.m. It’s got layers of comfort: savory ham, fluffy eggs, buttery bread, and gooey cheese, all baked together like a cozy blanket. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or simply making your Tuesday feel like Sunday.
It fits beautifully into the world of super easy recipes. You don’t need to hover in the kitchen. Just assemble it the night before, then toss it in the oven while you sip your morning tea—maybe even one of those healthy tea recipes we keep meaning to try. Plus, it's one of those sweet desserts for breakfast that somehow doesn’t make you feel guilty.
Whether you're craving something from your easy healthy sweet snacks list or browsing hot tea recipes to go with it, this bake is your new go-to. Homemade tea recipes pair beautifully with it too, and did I mention it's low-key a super low calorie recipe option if you swap a few ingredients? Trust me, it's a keeper.
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients
- 16 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
- 16 slices deli ham (or cooked breakfast sausage)
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper (optional)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Crushed cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs for topping
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place 8 slices of bread on the bottom, covering the dish.
- Top with ham slices, then sprinkle evenly with cheese.
- Add a second layer of bread over the cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Worcestershire, mustard, onion powder, and salt.
- Add chopped green onions and red bell pepper, if using.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove foil, sprinkle with crushed cornflakes or panko, and drizzle melted butter on top.
- Bake uncovered for 55–60 minutes until golden and set.
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.