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Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole

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Breakfast sausage, eggs, frozen hash browns, and cream cheese get combined with seasonings and baked into a hearty casserole. Serves 8 people in 60 minutes and is naturally gluten-free.

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Clare Greco
Updated on Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:02:47 GMT
Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole
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Sausage, Egg and Cream Cheese Casserole layers savory breakfast sausage, shredded hash browns, cheddar, and a seasoned egg mixture into one generous 9-by-13-inch breakfast. Softened cream cheese gives the eggs extra richness while frozen potatoes keep preparation practical.

The casserole serves 8 and takes about 60 minutes: 15 minutes to prepare and 40 to 45 minutes to bake. A five-minute rest after baking helps the center settle so the warm casserole cuts into tidy squares.

Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole Ingredients

Breakfast sausage, frozen shredded hash browns, eggs, cream cheese, cheddar, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions
Breakfast sausage, frozen shredded hash browns, eggs, cream cheese, cheddar, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions | Recipes by Clare
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Use 1 pound breakfast sausage, 30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns, 8 large eggs, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar, and ½ cup milk. Season with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder.

Two chopped green onions are optional for garnish. Keep the hash browns frozen until mixing, soften the cream cheese so it blends smoothly, and grease one 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like Easy Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls.

How to Make Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole

Four stages showing sausage browning, seasoned eggs whisked with cream cheese, hash brown mixture in a baking dish, and the golden baked casserole
Four stages showing sausage browning, seasoned eggs whisked with cream cheese, hash brown mixture in a baking dish, and the golden baked casserole | Recipes by Clare
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  1. Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook 1 pound breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles. Drain away the excess fat.
  3. Whisk 8 eggs, ½ cup milk, and 8 ounces softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Stir the cooked sausage, 30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns, and 1 cup cheddar into the egg mixture.
  5. Spread evenly in the prepared dish. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the center is set and the top looks golden and puffed.
  6. Rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with the optional green onions and cut into 8 servings.

For food-safety guidance while cooking, use the USDA safe minimum temperature chart.

Preheat and Grease the Baking Dish

Brown One Pound of Sausage

Soften the Cream Cheese Fully

Whisk the Egg Base Smooth

Fold in Sausage, Potatoes, and Cheddar

Spread the Mixture Evenly

Bake Forty to Forty-Five Minutes

Golden sausage egg cream cheese and hash brown casserole garnished with green onions
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Rest Before Cutting Eight Squares

Storage and Make-Ahead Notes

Conclusion

At 375°F, grease a 9-by-13-inch dish. Brown and drain 1 pound breakfast sausage. Whisk 8 eggs with ½ cup milk, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Fold in the sausage, 30 ounces frozen hash browns, and 1 cup cheddar. Spread evenly, bake 40 to 45 minutes until golden and set, rest 5 minutes, and garnish with optional green onions.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Should I thaw the hash browns first?

No. Add all 30 ounces of shredded hash browns while they are still frozen.

→ How do I know the casserole is done?

After 40 to 45 minutes at 375°F, the center should be set and the top golden and puffed.

→ Why must the cream cheese be softened?

Softened cream cheese whisks smoothly with the eggs and milk instead of remaining in large lumps.

→ How many servings does this make?

The 9-by-13-inch casserole makes 8 servings.

4.40 from 98 votes

Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole

Preparation Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
45 Minutes
Total Cooking Time:
60 Minutes
Number of Servings:
8
Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole
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Creamy breakfast casserole loaded with sausage, eggs, hash browns, and cheese. Perfect for feeding a crowd on weekend mornings.

Ingredients You'll Need

  • Main Components

  • Seasonings

  • Garnish

How to Make It

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1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Heat your oven to 375°F and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.

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2. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spatula as it browns. Once fully cooked and no pink remains, drain off any excess grease and set aside.

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3. Mix the Egg Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and softened cream cheese until completely smooth. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, whisking until well combined.

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4. Combine All Ingredients: Add the cooked sausage, frozen hash browns, and shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir everything together until evenly distributed throughout.

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5. Assemble for Baking: Pour the entire mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to the corners and smoothing the top with a spoon.

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6. Bake Until Set: Bake for 40-45 minutes until the center is completely set when you gently shake the pan and the top is golden brown and slightly puffed.

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7. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before cutting to help it hold together when sliced. Sprinkle with chopped green onions if using, then cut into squares and serve warm.

Extra Information

  1. This hearty breakfast casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be made ahead for busy mornings.
  2. Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in your egg mixture.
  3. The frozen hash browns don't need to be thawed before adding to the casserole.
  4. This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for easy entertaining.

Essential Tools

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wire whisk
  • Spatula

Allergy Warnings

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains dairy (cream cheese, cheddar cheese, milk)

Nutrition Details (Per Portion)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 485
  • Total Fat: 36 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 22 g
  • Protein: 24 g