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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

Jennifer Tirrell
A simple 5-ingredient breakfast casserole with bacon, eggs, cheese, and crescent rolls.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 375 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Nonstick Cooking Spray
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Knife & Cutting Board
  • 1 Oven Mitts

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Can Pillsbury refrigerated crescent rolls or crescent dough sheets
  • 1 ½ cups cooked, chopped bacon
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 large large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: fresh chives, sliced green onions, or fresh parsley

Instructions
 

Preparing the Dough

  • Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures even baking and a perfectly golden crust.
  • Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  • Open the cans of crescent rolls and carefully spread the dough across the bottom of the dish.
  • If using regular crescent rolls, pinch together the seams to create a smooth dough base. If using crescent dough sheets, no sealing is needed.
  • Ensure the dough covers the bottom completely, slightly pressing it up the sides of the dish for a uniform crust.

Layering the Ingredients

  • Evenly sprinkle 1 ½ cups of chopped, cooked bacon over the crescent roll dough. This adds smoky, crispy bites throughout the casserole.
  • Spread 1 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese on top of the bacon. The cheese melts beautifully, giving a rich, creamy texture.

Whisking the Eggs and Milk

  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack 6 large eggs.
  • Pour in 2 cups of whole milk. The milk helps create a creamy texture.
  • Add kosher salt and ground black pepper as desired. For extra flavor, you can also sprinkle in a pinch of garlic powder or paprika.
  • Using a whisk or fork, beat the mixture until the eggs and milk are fully combined and slightly frothy.
Keyword Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole