French Toast Casserole is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish, rich, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Instead of cooking individual slices, this recipe transforms classic French toast into a baked casserole with a soft custardy center and a golden, slightly crispy top.
Inspired by popular versions, this dish combines eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and spices soaked into bread, then baked to perfection. It’s especially loved because you can prep it the night before and simply bake it in the morning.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the dish
Grease a baking dish with butter and add the cubed bread evenly. - Make the custard mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. - Combine
Pour the mixture evenly over the bread. Press lightly so all bread absorbs the liquid. - Chill (optional but recommended)
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor. - Bake
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until golden brown. - Serve
Let it cool slightly. Serve warm with maple syrup, fruits, or powdered sugar.
💡 Tips
- Use slightly stale bread, it absorbs the custard better.
- Add toppings like nuts or raisins for extra texture.
- Swap sugar with honey or maple syrup for variation.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Cholesterol | 150 mg |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bread (cubed, preferably day-old) | 8 cups |
| Eggs | 6 large |
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
| Sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Brown sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 2 tsp |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp |
| Butter (for greasing) | 2 tbsp |
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