Description
A delicious and easy-to-make French Toast Bake Casserole that is perfect for breakfast or brunch, combining the classic flavors of French toast in a convenient casserole form.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cut the bread into cubes and place them in the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fruits like blueberries or strawberries to the mixture.
- This dish can be prepared the night before for a quick breakfast option.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: French Toast Bake Casserole, breakfast casserole, easy breakfast, brunch recipe