Description
This French Toast Casserole is a delicious twist on the classic breakfast favorite. It’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. The combination of buttery bread, sweet brown sugar, and warm cinnamon makes this casserole a standout dish for any brunch or breakfast gathering.
Ingredients
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Bread Cubes:
- 1/2 a loaf of French bread (about 8 oz) cut into cubes
Sugar Mixture:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
Egg Mixture:
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
Toppings:
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar for topping
- powdered sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter a 13×9 inch baking pan and set aside.
- Prepare Sugar Mixture: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Pour mixture into the baking pan.
- Assemble Casserole: Add bread cubes to the pan, spreading over the sugar mixture.
- Make Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Pour over the bread cubes.
- Bake: Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon and brown sugar. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Best Bread to Use: French bread works best for this recipe, preferably slightly dry. Other options include sourdough, brioche, or Italian bread.
- Freezer Option: Freeze in a freezer-safe dish for up to three months. Defrost before reheating.
- Make Ahead Option: Prepare in advance up to the final baking step. Refrigerate overnight and bake in the morning.
- Gluten Free and Dairy Free Options: Use gluten-free bread and dairy-free substitutes for butter and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
