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slice of breakfast pie with hash browns bacon eggs and crunchy cornflake topping in a white pie dish on marble counter

The Best Breakfast Pie with Crunchy Cornflake Topping


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  • Author: Chrissi | firsthomelovelife.com
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS 1x

Description

This easy breakfast pie is loaded with bacon, eggs, hash browns, and cheese, all baked in a flaky pie crust and topped with crispy cornflakes for the perfect crunchy finish. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or make-ahead mornings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Topping:

  • 1 cup cornflakes, lightly crushed
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Place pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
  3. Spread thawed hash browns evenly into the bottom of the crust.
  4. Sprinkle bacon, green onions, and shredded cheese over the hash browns.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
  7. In a small bowl, mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter.
  8. Sprinkle the cornflake topping evenly over the pie.
  9. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
  10. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Thaw hash browns before using to prevent excess moisture
  • Let the pie rest before slicing for clean cuts
  • Great make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings
  • Swap bacon for sausage or ham if desired
  • Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
  • Cook Time: 45 MINS
  • Category: Breakfast, HOLIDAYS
  • Method: BAKED
  • Cuisine: American, Breakfast
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