Irresistible French Toast Casserole for Easy Weekend Brunch
This French toast casserole will transform your mornings into a delicious and stress-free experience. Perfect for brunch gatherings.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- - Large bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter for greasing the pan
- 1 loaf Challah Bread ~1.5 lbs, preferably day-old
- 5 large Eggs for custardy filling
- 1.5 cups Milk whole or low-fat
- 4 tablespoons Brown Sugar 2 for filling + 2 for topping
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract for flavor enhancement
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adds warmth
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg for depth of flavor
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea Salt balances sweetness
For Serving
- to taste Maple Syrup optional topping
Instructions
How to Make French Toast Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter or coconut oil.
- Cut your day-old challah bread into cubes and layer them evenly in the greased dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sea salt until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed bread. Cover and refrigerate if preparing the night before, or let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Drizzle the melted butter on top and sprinkle with brown sugar and chopped pecans.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use stale or day-old bread for optimal absorption. Can customize toppings as desired.