Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Eggs and Spinach Recipe
Who said you need real ham or eggs to start your day like a boss? This Vegan Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole gives all the indulgence without the guilt. It’s creamy, cheesy, savory, and loaded with spinach because, hey, balance matters. You toss, bake, and casually pretend it took forever. Perfect for lazy mornings, brunch parties, or proving you can make “comfort food” look healthy. Every bite feels like a warm hug that doesn’t judge your third coffee. Grab your spatula, sass, and oven mitts — breakfast just got an attitude upgrade.
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Eggs and Spinach Recipe
A comforting vegan breakfast casserole packed with plant-based ham, dairy-free cheese, spinach, and a fluffy chickpea-egg base — hearty, healthy, and totally brunch-worthy.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease your baking dish like it owes you money.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until golden and fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until just wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk chickpea flour, almond milk, nutritional yeast, turmeric, black salt, pepper, and regular salt until smooth.
- Add vegan ham, sautéed spinach, and half the cheese into the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Pour everything into the baking dish and top with remaining vegan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes until firm, golden, and bubbly on top.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing — patience, darling, patience.
- Serve warm with hot sauce or a smug smile of accomplishment.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Magnesium: 8%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use smoked paprika for that “just-grilled” ham flavor.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for more texture and flair.
- For a creamy finish, drizzle vegan mayo before serving.
- Make it ahead and store overnight — it reheats like a dream.
- Warning: may cause sudden breakfast confidence and recipe requests.
