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Hash Brown Egg Casserole (Easy Breakfast Bake)

A cozy, cheesy breakfast casserole made with hash browns, eggs, ham, and cheddar. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or meal prep mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 squares
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Mixture
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns thawed
  • 1 cup diced ham or cooked bacon/sausage
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup chopped green onions
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Spread hash browns evenly into the dish, pressing down lightly.
  4. Add diced ham and green onions evenly over the hash browns.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes or until eggs are set and top is golden.
  8. Cool slightly, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Notes

Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or holiday mornings. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat easily.