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Crack Breakfast Casserole
Caroline

Crack Breakfast Casserole

This hearty Crack Breakfast Casserole is loaded with bacon, sausage, eggs, and hash browns — the ultimate make-ahead breakfast for holidays or busy mornings. Creamy, cheesy, and full of ranch flavor, it’s sure to please any crowd.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sausage
  • 1 lb bacon, chopped
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 bag (30 oz) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and drained
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • aluminum foil
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage and chopped bacon until browned and fully cooked. Drain the fat and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add milk, eggs, ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Stir in the cooked meats, thawed hash browns, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour in the mixture, spreading it evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 50–60 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 8–10 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Prepare ahead of time for holidays or busy mornings.
  • Add vegetables for color and flavor variety.
  • Reheats beautifully for a quick weekday breakfast.