Baked French Toast Casserole
A delightful and easy breakfast dish perfect for family gatherings, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of French toast without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of challah or brioche bread, cut into cubes (about 10 to 12 cups)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (any type, like whole, almond, or oat)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or a non-dairy substitute)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- Fresh fruits, maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cut your delicious loaf of challah or brioche into vibrant, fluffy cubes. Aim for about 1-inch pieces.
- Whisk the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until everything is beautifully combined.
- Combine and Soak: Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread, ensuring each piece is generously coated. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge).
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the Casserole: Transfer the soaked bread mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Top each serving with fresh fruits, powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream for an indulgent experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 400mg
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