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French Toast Casserole

French Toast Casserole

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes plus soaking time
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

French Toast Casserole is a warm, comforting breakfast dish combining custard-soaked bread baked to golden perfection. Easy to prepare ahead and perfect for feeding a crowd, it delivers the nostalgic flavors of classic French toast with a crispy, buttery topping. Customizable and versatile, this casserole is ideal for cozy mornings, brunch gatherings, or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread

  • 6 cups day-old brioche or challah bread, cut into cubes

Custard

  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk or cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (or preferred topping such as streusel)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bread: Cut your chosen day-old brioche or challah bread into cubes and place them evenly inside a greased baking dish. Using day-old bread ensures it soaks up the custard without turning mushy.
  2. Mix the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined and frothy.
  3. Combine and soak: Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to make sure each piece soaks well. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight for best flavor and texture.
  4. Add the topping: Before baking, dot the casserole with small pieces of butter or your preferred topping such as streusel, ensuring a golden, satisfying crust forms during baking.
  5. Bake until golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 to 50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is beautifully browned and crispy.

Notes

  • Use stale bread: Slightly dried out bread soaks the custard without turning soggy.
  • Soak overnight for deeper flavor and best texture.
  • Don’t skip the butter topping; it creates a delicious, crispy crust essential to the dish.
  • Check for doneness by inserting a knife in the center; if it comes out clean, it’s ready.
  • Let the casserole cool briefly before serving to help it set and make slicing easier.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (of 8)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg

Keywords: French Toast Casserole, baked French toast, brunch recipe, make-ahead breakfast, custard soaked bread, easy breakfast casserole

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