Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 18 (1 ounce) slices white bread, cubed
  • 8 ounces cooked ham, cubed
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cups diced Swiss cheese
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 cups milk
  • teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
  • cup butter, melted

Directions

  1. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Line the bottom of the prepared baking dish with of the bread cubes.
  3. Sprinkle the bread with cubed ham, Cheddar cheese, and Swiss cheese, then top with the remaining bread cubes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, and onion powder until well combined.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread layers.
  6. Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. The next day, preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
  8. In a small bowl, mix together the crushed cornflakes and melted butter.
  9. Spread the cornflake mixture evenly over the casserole.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 27g Fat 30g Carbs 22g Protein
454 35% Daily Value 11% Daily Value 43% Daily Value

Full Nutritional Breakdown:

  • Total Fat: 27g (35% Daily Value)
  • Saturated Fat: 15g (75% Daily Value)
  • Cholesterol: 164mg (55% Daily Value)
  • Sodium: 831mg (36% Daily Value)
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30g (11% Daily Value)
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% Daily Value)
  • Total Sugars: 6g
  • Protein: 22g (43% Daily Value)
  • Vitamin C: 8mg (9% Daily Value)
  • Calcium: 431mg (33% Daily Value)
  • Iron: 4mg (21% Daily Value)
  • Potassium: 279mg (6% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may vary depending on your calorie needs.

Comments

Joshua Flores

09/29/2025 10:05:07 PM

Substitute crushed canned onion rings for the corn flakes in this recipe. I omitted the onion powder and made this change. I also decreased the cheddar cheese by half a cup. The result was amazing, and everyone loved it so much that they all wanted the recipe to try at home!

Justin White

10/01/2025 07:07:15 PM

I prepared this dish last night to have it for breakfast this morning. I adjusted the recipe to serve two people, but added an extra egg, making a total of 4. The only changes I made were toasting the bread cubes (using white burger buns instead) and including chopped chives by mistake. We didn't love the sweetness in the topping, so next time I might use regular breadcrumbs or consider using French fried onions as someone suggested. The combination of cheese and ham was delicious. I will definitely make this again and might try sautéing onions and peppers to add to the mix.

Tyler Hall

09/30/2025 01:12:43 AM

Became a favorite after making a few tweaks! Swapped bread for 1 1/2 packs of frozen O'Brien potatoes, increased eggs from 6 to 8, and used 3 cups of milk with 1/2 cup of half-and-half instead of 3 1/2 cups of milk. Added 1/2 cup diced green onions and another 1/2 cup of ham. Baked for around 50-55 minutes. This dish has been a hit at family gatherings and holiday events, with many requests for the recipe. I've shared it with at least 12 people in the last three years, and there's usually only a little left after serving.

George Perez

09/30/2025 08:04:58 PM

I found this dish to be delicious! I prepared it for our Christmas Breakfast celebration. I made a few modifications: I opted for frozen shredded potatoes instead of bread, and I used French's Fried Onions in place of Cornflakes. Additionally, I added extra eggs and included a layer of chopped sweet onion. The cooking process took about an hour and a half. I popped it in the oven before we began opening our gifts, and it was ready by the time we finished. In the future, I would suggest using sliced ham instead of diced ham, for a better texture. Overall, it was well-received by everyone and paired wonderfully with a dash of Cholula sauce!

Andrew Anderson

10/01/2025 05:00:40 PM

I have found this recipe to be consistently popular whenever I have prepared it, be it for my family or for larger gatherings. Preparing it the night before truly takes away any stress. I typically use 15 slices of bread and 7 eggs, and find that just 1/4 cup of melted butter is all that's needed. The end result is absolutely delicious!

Emily Perez

09/29/2025 04:33:33 AM

This casserole is absolutely delicious! The addition of cornflakes provided a satisfying crunch. I will definitely be making this again.

Richard Diaz

09/30/2025 05:42:14 AM

I prepared this dish along with the Overnight Blueberry French Toast for a brunch, and while everyone loved both, there wasn't a single piece of this dish left! I decided to enhance it by adding some frozen O'Brien Potatoes with peppers and onions to the mix of ham and cheeses. I will definitely be making this dish again!

David Lopez

10/02/2025 09:02:17 AM

I followed a suggestion to add garlic powder, and it really enhanced the seasoning. Next time, I'll include more ham and less bread. This was a great way to use up leftover Easter ham!

Gregory Diaz

10/01/2025 07:53:13 AM

I enjoy preparing this dish for weekends and holidays when we have guests as it prevents me from having to cook multiple dishes every morning. I adjusted the amount of milk and butter slightly and extended the cooking time, but it was well-received overall. We even had leftovers that tasted delicious when reheated.

Justin Anderson

10/02/2025 09:22:24 AM

I decided to add an additional egg and used around 10-12 ounces of bread in the recipe. Personally, I found it to be a bit too much bread, but my family enjoyed the good flavor.

Scott Rivera

09/30/2025 09:41:52 PM

Next time, I would include a larger amount of the egg mixture -- overall, it was delicious.