Delicious Homemade French Toast Casserole: Easy Morning Bliss
Delicious Homemade French Toast Casserole brings joy to your mornings with its sweet, warm scent and easy preparation, making it perfect for gatherings.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
- plastic wrap
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 loaf Brioche or Challah Bread slightly stale for best absorption
- 6 Eggs large
- 2 cups Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free version
- 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute with more milk if desired
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract use high-quality pure vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar for topping
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon adjust for stronger flavor
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and layer cubed brioche or challah bread, letting it sit for about 15 minutes to dry slightly.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix brown sugar and ground cinnamon, sprinkle over bread and drizzle melted butter on top.
- Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until set and golden-brown.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm drizzled with maple syrup.
Notes
Optional to top with fresh berries or chopped nuts before baking. Perfect for prepping the night before for a stress-free morning.