Easy French Toast Casserole
Easy French Toast Casserole is a warm, comforting baked breakfast made with cubed bread soaked in a rich egg custard and baked to perfection. Ideal for make-ahead mornings, this dish is soft and custardy inside with a golden, slightly crisp top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, brioche, or challah (about 12 cups), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (whole, 2%, or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for extra richness)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing dish and optional topping)
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, gently pressing the bread down to help it absorb the liquid.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). If desired, prepare an optional topping by mixing 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and dotting over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Top with syrup, powdered sugar, fruit, or nuts as desired.
Notes
Use day-old bread for best texture—it holds up better to the custard.Add fruits like berries, bananas, or apples for a fruity twist.Halve the recipe for a smaller batch and bake in an 8×8 or 9×9-inch dish.Cover with foil during baking if the top browns too quickly.Freezes well—cool completely, wrap, and freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
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