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baked french toast casserole

baked french toast casserole

Baked French Toast Casserole is a delightful, comforting dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. This delicious casserole is made with layers of bread soaked in a rich custard mixture and then baked until golden. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and can be topped with maple syrup or fresh fruit for a special treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast/Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large baking dish (9x13 inches)
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 plastic wrap or aluminum foil
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf bread (preferably challah or brioche) about 14 ounces
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup melted butter for greasing
  • powdered sugar for serving, optional
  • maple syrup or fresh fruit for serving, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease your baking dish with melted butter.
  • Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  • Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, making sure all pieces are evenly soaked, and gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the custard.
  • Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for best results).
  • Remove the cover from the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup or fresh fruit, if desired.
  • For added flavor, consider mixing in some fruit such as berries or bananas between the layers of bread before pouring the custard.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave or oven.

Notes

For added flavor, you can mix in some fruit such as berries or bananas in between the layers of bread before pouring the custard.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the microwave or oven.