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Bagel Casserole

Savory Bagel Casserole for a Cozy Weekend Brunch Delight

This comforting Bagel Casserole combines crispy bacon, savory onions, and gooey cheese with chewy bagels, perfect for brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 bagels bagels fresh, frozen, or stale works best
  • 8 oz crispy bacon or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1 medium onion can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cups spinach fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned tomatoes are a convenient option
  • 8 oz cheeses (cream cheese and shredded cheese) ricotta can replace cream cheese
  • 6 large eggs or use egg substitutes like flax eggs
  • 1 cup milk or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning homemade mix can be used

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Casserole dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Bagel Casserole
  1. Cut your bagels into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in a greased casserole dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it’s crispy, then crumble it.
  3. Sauté diced onion and spinach in the bacon fat until the onions are translucent and the spinach is wilted.
  4. Layer the sautéed vegetables, crumbled bacon, and diced tomatoes over the bagel pieces.
  5. Whisk together the eggs, milk, and Everything Bagel Seasoning until well combined.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients, adding cream cheese chunks if desired.
  7. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-55 minutes.
  8. Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Stale bagels absorb the egg mixture best; consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor.

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