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Irresistible Savory Maple Apple Sausage Breakfast Bake Magic

This Irresistible Savory Maple Apple Sausage Christmas Breakfast Bake blends sweet apples and savory sausage for a perfect holiday feast.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Resting Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast bake, Christmas breakfast, Comfort Food, easy breakfast, holiday recipes, sausage casserole
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • large baking dish
  • Skillet
  • large bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Use pure maple syrup for best flavor.
  • 1 lb Apple Sausages Opt for high-quality sausages.
  • 6 Eggs Fresh and large.
  • 4 cups Bread Cubes Stale bread works best.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk recommended.
  • 3 cups Apples Tart varieties like Granny Smith.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Unsalted.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract For added flavor.

For Serving

  • 1 cup Additional Maple Syrup For drizzling.
  • 2 cups Fresh Fruit Seasonal fruits recommended.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
  • Sauté Sausages and Apples: Cook the apple sausages in a skillet until browned, then add chopped apples.
  • Mix Egg Mixture: Whisk together fresh eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl.
  • Add Bread Cubes: Fold stale bread cubes into the egg mixture.
  • Combine in Baking Dish: Spread the sausage and apple mixture in the dish, then pour the egg-bread mix over it.
  • Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Optional: Serve warm with a drizzle of additional maple syrup.

Notes

Use stale bread for best texture. Cook apples until soft to enhance flavors. Refrigerate overnight for convenience.