French Toast Casserole
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4.9
French Toast Casserole
Description
The French Toast Casserole begins by melting butter combined with brown sugar, which is spread evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish to form a caramelized base. Thick bread slices are layered over the buttery sugar, then soaked in a mixture of beaten eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Ground cinnamon and nutmeg are sprinkled between the bread layers for a warm, spiced flavor.
The dish is assembled in layers, alternating bread and egg wash, then pressed lightly to ensure the bread soaks evenly. Tightly covered with foil, the casserole is refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to allow thorough absorption of the custard.
After baking, the casserole offers a blend of textures with tender centers and a sweet, slightly crisp base from the caramelized sugar and butter. It can be dusted lightly with icing sugar and served with fresh fruit like berries or sliced bananas, adding freshness to the dish. This casserole is suitable for making ahead and baking in the morning.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter unsalted
- 1 ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 loaf bread thick, about 2-inches thick, sliced
- 6 large egg
- 2 cups milk full fat or 2%
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract pure
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch icing sugar to dust
- 1 handful strawberries blueberries, blackberries, kiwi fruits, pineapple, bananas or any other fruit to serve.
Instructions
- Lightly grease an oven safe 9"×13" baking dish (22 cm x 33 cm).
- Melt butter in a small pot over low heat. (Alternatively, melt in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave in 15 second increments, stirring in between, until melted.)
- Add 1 cup brown sugar, mixing well to combine. (If on the stove, let simmer for 1 minute to slightly dissolve the sugar.)Pour mixture into prepared dish and spread out to evenly coat.
- Beat together eggs, milk and vanilla. Set aside.
- Combine remaining brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a separate bowl. Set aside.
- Arrange bread in a single layer over the butter/sugar mixture in the dish.
- Pour half of the egg wash over bread. Top with half of the brown sugar/cinnamon.
- Arrange remaining bread slices over the top. Pour over remaining egg wash and top with remaining brown sugar/cinnamon. Lightly press bread into the egg wash to ensure slices are evenly soaked.
- Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to soak up the custard mixture, or overnight for the best results
- When ready to bake, take the dish out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before baking (if it has been in overnight) to get the chill out. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake, covered, for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for a further 15 minutes.
- Top with icing/powdered sugar. Serve with the syrup from the dish.
Notes
- Serve the casserole with fresh fruit and optional whipped cream for added richness.
- Soaking the bread mixture well ensures a moist and custardy texture throughout.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8- 10 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 566 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 566kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 80g | 27% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 177mg | 59% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 313mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 659IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 314mg | 31% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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