Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this French Toast Casserole, perfect for lazy weekends or special gatherings. This easy-to-make dish layers stale bread with a creamy custard infused with cinnamon and vanilla, creating a delightful breakfast treat that will impress family and friends. Simply prepare it the night before for a hassle-free morning feast that fills your home with irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of stale baguette or challah bread (about 12 cups, cubed)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- Maple syrup (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the cubed bread to the custard mixture and gently fold until evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to soak.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and puffy.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving; drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 140mg