Description
Indulge in a warm slice of French Toast Casserole, where sweet cinnamon and vanilla aromas create a cozy morning experience. This easy-to-make dish transforms brunch with family and friends into unforgettable moments, perfect for any occasion. With its golden crust and customizable toppings, it’s sure to be a favorite at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups stale bread (brioche or challah), cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cube stale bread into bite-sized pieces and place in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, gently tossing to coat.
- Allow to soak for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge).
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Serve warm drizzled with maple syrup and optional toppings like fresh berries or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 220mg