Description
French Toast Casserole is a cozy, indulgent dish that combines classic French toast flavors into a simple, baked casserole perfect for gatherings or lazy weekend breakfasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or maple syrup)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Bread: Cut the bread into cubes, aiming for about one-inch pieces.
- Mix the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully combined.
- Combine Bread with Egg Mixture: Gently fold the bread cubes into the egg mixture, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
- Bake It Up: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Serve & Enjoy: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Top with fresh fruit or drizzle with maple syrup as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: - For best results, use day-old bread as it absorbs the custard mixture better. - Feel free to customize by adding spices like nutmeg or cardamom. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F for about 15 minutes.