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Delicious French Toast Casserole baked to perfection with syrup drizzle.

French Toast Casserole

A baked, make-ahead version of classic French toast made with rich bread soaking in a cinnamon-vanilla custard, perfect for brunches and holiday mornings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread and Base Ingredients
  • 6 slices 6 slices bread, preferably brioche or challah (day-old or slightly stale works best)
  • 4 large 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups 2 cups milk (whole milk gives richest results) Can use half-and-half for creamier custard or fortified plant milk for dairy-free results.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup granulated sugar Can reduce to 2 tablespoons and add honey or maple to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (verify alcohol-free)
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon May substitute with pumpkin pie spice or cardamom.
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toppings and Serving
  • Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) For topping.
  • Powdered sugar For serving.
  • Maple syrup For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  3. Cut the bread into roughly 1-inch cubes and spread the cubes evenly in the prepared dish.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until blended and frothy.
  5. Add the milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to the eggs, whisking until smooth.
  6. Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes and press down lightly so the bread soaks up the liquid.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best texture.
Baking
  1. Remove the casserole from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking.
  2. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden and a knife inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm with fresh berries, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 8-12 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals. For freezing, wrap individual slices tightly or place in a freezer-safe container with parchment between layers, freeze for up to 2 months.

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