French Toast Casserole
A delicious and comforting baked French toast casserole that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch, featuring custardy, cinnamon-spiced bread baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread, cut into cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down lightly to soak all pieces.
- Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, chopped pecans (if using), and melted butter to create the topping.
- Remove the casserole from the fridge, sprinkle the topping evenly over the soaked bread.
- Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.
- Let cool slightly, then serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
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