Description
Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bake with Turkey Bacon is a healthy breakfast casserole packed with protein, veggies, and flavor. Perfect for breakfast meal prep and brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or thawed if frozen)
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter or oil for greasing dish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- Cook turkey bacon until crisp, then chop into pieces.
- Steam or blanch broccoli until just tender.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in cheddar cheese, broccoli, and turkey bacon.
- Pour mixture into prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes, until eggs are set and top is golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Do not overcook broccoli before baking to avoid mushiness. You can substitute turkey bacon with mushrooms or bell peppers for a vegetarian option. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg