Creamy Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole with Smoked Salmon
A creamy, savory breakfast casserole combining everything bagels, smoked salmon, and a rich custard base, perfect for an easy and impressive brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large everything bagels, torn into bite-sized pieces (day-old preferred)
- 6 ounces smoked salmon, sliced into bite-size pieces
- 8 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream (optional but recommended)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or Gruyère cheese (about 100 g)
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning, plus extra for sprinkling
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Tear the everything bagels into roughly 1-inch pieces and spread evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream cheese, and sour cream until smooth. Fold in cream cheese gently with a rubber spatula. Season with 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning, salt (lightly), and pepper.
- Fold in ¾ cup shredded cheese, green onions, and dill into the custard mixture.
- Scatter smoked salmon pieces evenly over the bagels in the baking dish.
- Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bagels and salmon, pressing down gently with a spatula to submerge the bagel pieces.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese and 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning on top. Optionally add extra green onions for color.
- Let the casserole sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to allow the bagels to soak up the custard fully.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until golden on top and set in the center. Check doneness with a knife or toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing to help it hold its shape.
Notes
Use day-old bagels for best custard absorption. Letting the casserole rest before baking is key for creamy texture. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. For dairy-free or vegan options, substitute milk and cream cheese accordingly. Assemble the night before and refrigerate for convenience, adding 10 minutes to baking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of ca
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 18
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