French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the comforting warmth of French toast casserole, a delightful blend of rich custard and crispy bread perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts. This easy-to-make dish combines heartwarming flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, creating an inviting centerpiece that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite fruits or toppings for a personal touch. Prepare it ahead of time to enjoy more moments with loved ones while savoring each delicious bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- Powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Cube your chosen bread and place it in the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and melted butter until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently toss to coat.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving with maple syrup drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 220mg