Easy French Toast Casserole
A deliciously simple French toast casserole that's perfect for brunch, combining bread, eggs, and cream for a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Casserole Base
- 1 loaf 1 loaf bread (about 12 slices, preferably day-old or stale) Stale bread soaks up the egg mixture better.
- 8 large 8 large eggs
- 2 cups 2 cups milk
- 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
Serving Suggestions
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup maple syrup (optional for serving) Optional for serving.
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional) Optional, but adds a nice touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut your bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly in the dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to help the bread absorb the mixture.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for better flavor.
Baking
- Remove the plastic wrap and bake for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5-10 minutes, then slice it and serve.
Notes
Serve warm with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of syrup. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.