French Toast Casserole Recipe
A delightful make-ahead breakfast casserole combining classic French toast flavors with the ease of preparation, perfect for gatherings and family breakfasts.
Ingredients
- ½ loaf French bread, cut into cubes (about 8 oz)
- ½ cup Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Cinnamon, divided
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar, for topping
- to taste Powdered sugar, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. While the oven heats up, butter a 13x9 inch baking pan and set it aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and smooth. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly over the brown sugar mixture in the pan, ensuring that they cover it completely.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Pour this egg mixture over the bread cubes, making sure every piece is saturated.
- Sprinkle the remaining teaspoon of cinnamon and the tablespoon of brown sugar over the top of the bread mixture to create a sweet crust.
- Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The casserole should be golden brown on top and slightly puffed.
- Remove the casserole from the oven. If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious French toast casserole!
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better absorption of the egg mixture.
- You can customize with fruits or different spices to suit your taste.
- For the best flavor, let it soak for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight before baking.
Nutrition
Serving: -1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g
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