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Overnight French Toast Casserole

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight chill)
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (plus chill time)
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Overnight French Toast Casserole is a cozy, make-ahead breakfast bake made with thick bread cubes soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard. Baked until golden and crisp on top, it’s perfect for holidays, brunches, or weekend mornings.

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf thick-cut bread (brioche, challah, or French), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Butter, for greasing the dish
  • Optional Topping:
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 4 tbsp cold butter, cubed
  • Optional Toppings for Serving: powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Place bread cubes evenly in the dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream (if using), granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, pressing down gently so all bread is soaked.
  4. Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
  5. In the morning, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and let the dish sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  6. Optional Topping: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until top is golden and center is set.
  8. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Top with powdered sugar, syrup, berries, or whipped cream as desired.

Notes

Add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for variation.Use cinnamon swirl or raisin bread for more flavor.Add a layer of cream cheese cubes between bread for extra richness.Make dairy-free with plant-based milk and butter.To reheat, bake at 325°F or microwave indiviual slices.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 260mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg

Find it online: https://lisarecipe.com/overnight-french-toast-casserole/