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    Home > Recipes > Breakfast and Brunch

    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake with Whipped Scallion Cream Cheese

    Published: Apr 5, 2017 · Modified: Dec 5, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 1 Comment · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake in a white baking dish
    Breakfast Bake in a white baking dish
    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake on a white plate
    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake on a white plate
    bagel and egg breakfast bake

    Breakfast Bake in a white baking dish

    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake with Whipped Scallion Cream Cheese can be refrigerated and baked right before your next brunch. Add whipped scallion cream cheese (so easy to make at home!), lox and capers for a fun twist on a bagel breakfast.

    bagel casserole on a white plate

    Brunch season has arrived! I love this time of year when there are so many excuses to slow down on a weekend morning and fill a table with items that bridge the gap between breakfast and lunch. Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, bridal showers and (at our house) a whole bunch of spring birthdays that all lend themselves to something fun that can be served buffet-style and enjoyed throughout the morning.

    Casserole-style dishes like this one (and frittatas) are so low maintenance that you almost feel like you're cheating when you slide them into the oven.

    Bagel and Egg casserole in a white baking dish on a table

    This breakfast bake has been a perfect sleepy weekend morning breakfast for us over the last few very rainy weeks.

    It's rained so much in Kansas City this spring that I've been joking we might need to build an ark. Our little spring patio garden will hopefully grow like crazy if the sun ever shines on it again.

    Use Those Day-Old Bagels

    Perhaps the best thing about this Breakfast Bake is that it practically begs for day-old bagels that will hold up against the liquids they soak in before baking. A couple hours or an overnight rest is enough for the bagels to soak up liquid and turn creamy and rich.

    Grab a dozen bagels first thing Saturday morning and enjoy a few fresh. Slice the extras up late on Saturday evening and put together this quick casserole. Meshuggah Bagels on a wooden table

    No one gets excited about a day old bagel all on its own.

    But a day old bagel dressed up into a pretty dish, drenched in egg custard and baked until golden? Irresistible.

    adding egg mixture to bagels in a white baking dish

    Bagel Breakfast Bake Variations

    Like most breakfast bakes, this one lends itself to variations. A version with cheddar cheese and browned sausage would be delicious - an imitation of my favorite bagel breakfast sandwich. Add bell peppers and bacon for another savory version. Use cinnamon raisin bagels and add a tablespoon of sugar to the custard for a sweeter option.

    Whipped Scallion Cream Cheese in a stand mixer

    For me, when we tested this recipe, the bagel and lox combination hit the spot. The casserole is soft inside and golden brown and crisp on the top.

    Whipping cream cheese with sliced scallions makes it light and fluffy - a savory topping that totally completes this quick dish.

    Happy brunching!

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    • Spicy Breakfast Strata with Chorizo, Red Pepper, and Cheddar
    • Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Cheese {Low Carb}
    • Herbed Baked Eggs
    • Frittata with Asparagus, Bacon and Goat Cheese
    • 1-Hour Cinnamon Rolls
    • Baked Cinnamon French Toast Sticks

    Favorite Tools

    • 8x8 Baking Dish Emile Henry
    • Anchor 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowls 
    • Stand or Handheld Mixer
    Breakfast Bake in a white baking dish
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    5 from 1 vote

    Bagel and Egg Breakfast Bake with Whipped Scallion Cream Cheese

    This savory breakfast bake made with sliced bagels can be refrigerated overnight and baked right before serving. A simple, beautiful casserole brunch dish with many variations - check the notes below for other ideas!
    Prep Time25 mins
    Cook Time1 hr
    Total Time1 hr 25 mins
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: baked breakfast recipe, egg
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $9.00

    Equipment

    • 8x8 baking dish
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Stand or Handheld Mixer

    Ingredients

    Bagel and Egg Bake:

    • 4 large Bagels, sliced into rounds (any savory type; preferably day-old)
    • 1 cup Mix-ins (see notes below)
    • 8 Eggs
    • 1 ½ cups Milk
    • ¾ cup Whipping Cream
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
    • ¼ cup chopped Chives, divided
    • Lox, for serving (optional)
    • Capers, for serving (optional)

    Whipped Scallion Cream Cheese:

    • 8 oz Cream Cheese
    • 2 Scallions / Green Onions, thinly sliced

    Instructions

    • Spray an 8" x 8" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or brush it with oil.
    • Place bagel slices in the dish. Add any mix-ins and toss to combine.
    • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, black pepper and half the sliced chives. Pour liquids over the bagel slices. Press down gently on the bagels to fully soak in liquids.
    • Refrigerate casserole, covered, for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake casserole until eggs are set, about 1 hour. If the top of the casserole starts to turn dark brown, cover the top loosely with foil until it finishes baking.
    • While casserole bakes, combine cream cheese and scallions. Beat with a mixer (or use a stand mixer) until light and fluffy.
    • Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
    • Serve casserole with lox, capers and whipped scallion cream cheese on the side.

    Notes

    For savory options to mix into the egg bake add browned sausage, crispy bacon, bell peppers, onions or grated cheese. (I like to saute bell peppers and onions until tender before adding them.)
    If you'd prefer a sweet version, use plain or sweet bagels. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the egg / milk / whipping cream mixture.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 198mg | Sodium: 517mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 665IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 1mg

    If you've been following us on Instagram, you may have noticed that we're in quite a bagel mood over here. Molly and Clara discovered the Birthday Cake Schmear (complete with sprinkles) at Meshuggah Bagels last weekend and it was love at first bite. As demonstrated by this look on Molly's face.

    Molly_Birthday Cake Bagel

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Anthony

      April 07, 2017 at 4:59 am

      5 stars
      Thanks Jess and Frank!

      It seem very delicious, I can't wait to try make it now!

      Reply

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