Looking for a fresh breakfast casserole idea with ham? This Ham and Swiss Biscuit Breakfast Bake is simple to make with just six ingredients and ready in about 40 minutes. Fluffy biscuits, a savory egg mixture, thick diced ham, and melted Swiss cheese create a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for brunch, lazy Sundays, or holiday mornings.

This biscuit bubble-up style breakfast casserole is a go-to when I need to feed a group. It’s a variation on other breakfast bakes I make often—think bacon or sausage versions—but this time I paired ham with Swiss cheese for a classic, comforting flavor combination. It’s a great way to use leftover ham and comes together quickly with pantry-friendly ingredients.
Why I love this ham, Swiss, and egg breakfast casserole
- Only six ingredients
- Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast
- Great use for leftover ham
- Feeds about 6–8 people
- Assembles in about 5 minutes

Ingredients needed for this Ham, Swiss, and Egg Breakfast Bake
| Eggs – 8 medium (6 large will also work).
Milk – 1/2 cup. Adding milk helps make the eggs fluffy; use 1% or whatever you have (even half-and-half). Garlic powder – 1/2 tsp for a bit of extra flavor. Canned biscuits – a 16 oz can (butter-flavored, regular, or homestyle). You can tear or cut them up. Ham – about 2 cups thick diced ham (leftover cooked ham or Canadian bacon both work). Swiss cheese – 1 cup shredded Swiss (or substitute another melting cheese if preferred). |

How to make this ham and cheese breakfast casserole
Step 1: In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and add the milk and garlic powder. Whisk until blended.
Step 2: Tear or cut the biscuits into pieces and arrange them in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch (or slightly smaller) baking dish. Scatter the diced ham evenly over the biscuits.

Step 3: Pour the egg mixture over the biscuits and ham, pressing gently so the biscuits absorb some of the liquid.
Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese over the top and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown.

Let the casserole rest a few minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Additions & substitutions
- Swap the Swiss for white cheddar, mild cheddar, or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
- Use other cooked meats like bacon, turkey bacon, or pork sausage if you prefer.
- Add diced peppers and onions for extra color and texture.
Can you make this the night before?
Yes—this bake can be assembled and refrigerated overnight. If you do, the baking time may be a little longer since the casserole starts cold. Cover the dish and chill, then bake from chilled until set and golden.

Ham and Swiss Biscuit Breakfast Bake
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Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 16 oz. can of biscuits
- 2 cups thick diced ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Equipment
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1 9×13 baking dish or a slightly smaller dish
Method
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Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the milk and garlic powder, and whisk until combined.
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Tear the biscuits into pieces and spread them in a greased 9×13 (or slightly smaller) baking dish. Top with the diced ham.
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Pour the egg mixture over the biscuits and ham so the biscuits soak up some of the liquid.
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Scatter the shredded Swiss cheese on top and bake at 350°F for 35–40 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
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Allow to rest briefly, then slice and serve hot.
