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breakfast bundt cake recipe

Breakfast Bundt Cake Recipe


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  • Author: Keyla Stewart
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This savory breakfast bundt cake is packed with eggs, sausage, cheese, and spinach—perfect for brunch or make-ahead meals.


Ingredients

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Filling:

  • 1 lb turkey sausage, crumbled
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced

Egg Mixture:

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Bread Base:

  • 1 (16.3 oz) can buttermilk biscuits, quartered

Optional Enhancements:

  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup diced mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions or chives (for garnish)

For Greasing:

  • Nonstick cooking spray or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease bundt pan thoroughly.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown turkey sausage. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion, red bell pepper, and spinach in same pan until softened. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir in cheese, half the sausage, and half the veggie mix.
  5. Fold in biscuit pieces, then add remaining sausage and veggies. Mix gently.
  6. Pour mixture into the prepared bundt pan. Tap to settle. Bake 40–50 minutes until golden and a tester comes out clean.
  7. Let rest in pan 10–15 minutes, then invert onto serving plate. Garnish if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Substitute sausage with plant-based alternatives for a vegetarian version.
  • Can be assembled the night before and baked fresh in the morning.
  • Wrap leftovers for fridge (4 days) or freezer (2 months).
  • Reheat slices in oven at 325°F or microwave with damp towel.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg