Description
A delightful twist on classic breakfast, this Overnight French Toast Casserole is easy to make ahead of time, ensuring a warm and comforting breakfast with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French bread
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Cut the French bread into cubes and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring they are well soaked.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes until golden and set in the middle.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
Notes
Use day-old French bread for the best texture. Feel free to add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg