All the flavors of classic Eggs Benedict—toasty bread, savory ham, creamy eggs, and silky hollandaise—baked into one easy casserole. Perfect for holidays or feeding a crowd!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
🥘 Casserole:
- 6 English muffins, cut into cubes
- 2 cups cooked ham (diced)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper
🧈 Hollandaise Sauce:
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
(Shortcut: use store-bought hollandaise mix)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Assemble casserole
- Grease baking dish
- Layer English muffin cubes + ham
2. Mix eggs
- Whisk eggs, milk, and seasonings
- Pour evenly over bread mixture
3. Chill (important)
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours)
4. Bake
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)
- Bake 40–45 minutes until set
5. Make hollandaise
- Whisk egg yolks + lemon juice over low heat
- Slowly add melted butter while whisking
- Cook until thick and smooth
6. Serve
- Slice casserole
- Drizzle with warm hollandaise
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Let soak overnight for best texture
- Don’t overbake (keeps it creamy)
- Whisk hollandaise continuously to prevent curdling
- Add a splash of water if sauce gets too thick
🔥 Variations
- Bacon Version: Use crispy bacon 🥓
- Veggie: Add spinach or mushrooms 🥬
- Spicy: Add hot sauce 🌶️
- Cheesy: Add shredded cheese
🍽️ Perfect For
- Brunch 🍽️
- Holidays 🎉
- Meal prep
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~350–450
- Protein: ~18–22g
- Carbs: ~25–35g
- Fat: ~20–30g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points
- 7–10 points per serving
👉 Lower points:
- Use low-fat milk
- Reduce butter in sauce
- Use turkey ham
❓ FAQs
Can I make same day?
Yes—soak at least 1–2 hours.
Why is it soggy?
Too much liquid or underbaked.
Can I reheat?
Yes—oven or microwave.