Overnight French Toast Casserole
This healthy overnight French toast casserole makes breakfast wonderfully easy and satisfying. Prepare it the night before and bake it in the morning for a warm, golden casserole with rich custardy flavor.
Ingredients
Casserole Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- to taste Maple syrup, for serving
- to taste Powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cubed French bread to the mixture and gently stir to coat, ensuring that the bread is covered with the egg mixture.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, then pour the mixture into the dish, spreading the bread evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 45-55 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
Notes
Store leftover casserole in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat individual portions as needed. For longer storage, freeze cooled portions and thaw before reheating. Tips include cutting bread into evenly sized cubes and baking uncovered for a golden top.