Texas Toast French Toast
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Texas Toast French Toast
Description
This recipe creates a casserole by layering Texas toast slices in a butter and brown sugar base, with custard made from eggs, milk, and vanilla poured in between. A cinnamon and brown sugar blend is sprinkled between layers to introduce warmth and sweetness. After assembling, the dish is refrigerated overnight or at least several hours to allow the custard to soak into the bread thoroughly.
When baked at 350°F, the casserole develops a soft, custardy interior while the top caramelizes slightly from the cinnamon sugar. Powdered sugar can be dusted on before serving for an additional touch of sweetness.
The dish pairs well with toppings such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or maple syrup and can be made ahead for convenience. Adjusting to crust-free bread slices creates a neater presentation, though the crust can be left on for added texture.
Leftovers store well refrigerated for a few days or frozen for longer, reheating easily in the microwave.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 (24-ounce) loaf Texas toast with crust trimmed off, optional
- 4 egg
- 1½ cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- powdered sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Melt butter. Add brown sugar and mix well. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish.
- Add a layer of Texas toast and cut the toast as needed to fit the pan. In a small bowl mix 4 tablespoons brown sugar and 3 teaspoons cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla.
- Pour half of the egg mixture over the Texas toast and sprinkle half of the brown sugar & cinnamon on top.
- Add another layer of Texas Toast. Spread a thin layer of softened butter over the bread.
- Top with the remaining egg mixture and the remaining cinnamon & sugar mixture.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours before baking.
- Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Prepare the casserole ahead by refrigerating it for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow custard absorption.
- Freeze assembled casserole covered with foil for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator and set on the counter for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use slightly stale bread for better custard absorption; avoid very soft or delicate breads to prevent falling apart.
- Both crust-on and crust-off bread can be used depending on appearance preference.
- Bake in a glass or ceramic dish for best results.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 437 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8g | |
| Calories | 437kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 257mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 876IU | 18% |
| Calcium | 145mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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