Delicious Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole for a Cozy Morning
Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole is a delightful dish that combines the comforting flavors of French toast into a simple baked recipe.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking dish
- Saucepan
- - Large bowl
Ingredients
For the Base
- 8 ounces French bread Cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed
For the Custard
- 5 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Topping
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
Optional Garnish
- powdered sugar
- fresh berries
- maple syrup
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat and stir in packed brown sugar until fully dissolved. Pour into the greased baking dish.
- Layer the 1-inch cubes of French bread over the caramel base, pressing down gently.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Pour over the bread cubes and let soak for 10 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of cinnamon and 1 1/2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the top before baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm in the center.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or maple syrup.
Notes
For best results, use slightly stale bread and refrigerate overnight for richer flavor.