Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole
A rich and fluffy egg casserole made with coconut milk and savory sausage, perfect for make-ahead keto breakfasts. This american-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs ground breakfast sausage, whole large eggs, full-fat coconut milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ground breakfast sausage
- 8 whole large eggs
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 12 oz ground breakfast sausage with 2 minced garlic cloves for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 8 large eggs, 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Stir the cooked sausage, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley into the egg mixture.
- Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the casserole is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Step 6: Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground breakfast sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Coconut Sausage Egg Casserole keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
