Slow Cooker Overnight Ham Cheese Breakfast Casserole With Almond Milk

Wake up to a delicious breakfast feast with this slow cooker overnight ham cheese casserole! A medley of flavors and textures combine in this easy-to-make dish, featuring crispy hash browns, melted cheese, and savory ham, all soaked in a creamy almond milk mixture.

Perfect for a family brunch or holiday gathering.

Ready Time

9 hrs

Yields

4 servings

Ingredients

1 pound ham steak, diced
1 cup frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
1 cup cubed bread (white or whole wheat)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup almond milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish

Instructions

In a large slow cooker, add diced ham steak, frozen shredded hash browns, cubed bread, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Mix well to combine.

In a separate bowl, whisk together melted unsalted butter, almond milk, large eggs, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.

Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients in the slow cooker.

Mix everything together until the bread is well coated.

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or overnight, which is perfect for a delicious breakfast.

In the morning, give the casserole a gentle stir and cook for an additional 30 minutes to set.

Remove the slow cooker from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Use a spatula to scoop out servings onto plates.

If desired, garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives.

Serve warm and devour!

Notes

Make sure to thaw the frozen shredded hash browns before adding them to the slow cooker, or they might not cook evenly.

Since the ham steak is diced, try to keep the pieces relatively uniform so they cook consistently throughout the dish.

You can customize this recipe by using different types of cheese or adding some diced veggies like bell peppers or onions to the mix.

If you prefer a crisper top on your casserole, remove the slow cooker lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Don’t overmix the wet and dry ingredients, as this can make the bread chunks turn into mush.

Keep in mind that cooking time might vary depending on your slow cooker model, so keep an eye on the casserole’s consistency and adjust the cooking time as needed.