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Taha Ayad

The Ultimate French Toast Casserole: A Make-Ahead Brunch Favorite

This French Toast Casserole takes everything you love about classic French toast and transforms it into a simple, oven-baked breakfast that’s soft on the inside, crisp on top, and infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla. It’s an easy make-ahead brunch favorite perfect for holidays or cozy weekend mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf day-old French bread or challah cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (for greasing and topping)
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar maple syrup, berries, or chopped pecans

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter and spread the bread cubes evenly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard evenly over the bread and press lightly so the bread absorbs the liquid.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F, remove from fridge, and let stand 20 minutes before baking.
  6. Drizzle melted butter over the top and bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until golden and set.
  7. Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with syrup and berries.

Notes

  1. Use day-old bread for the best texture and flavor.
  2. For a softer consistency, cover with foil during the first 30 minutes of baking.
  3. Add fruit, nuts, or cream cheese for delicious variations.
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