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Texas Toast French Toast

Cinnamon and brown sugar Texas toast French toast is a favorite make-ahead breakfast - chill overnight for an easy breezy morning!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Refrigerate
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 437 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 (24-ounce) loaf Texas toast, with crust trimmed off, optional
  • 4 eggs
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons Butter, softened
  • Powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

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  1. Melt butter. Add brown sugar and mix well. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish.
  2. 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.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla.
  4. Pour half of the egg mixture over the Texas toast and sprinkle half of the brown sugar & cinnamon on top.
  5. Add another layer of Texas Toast. Spread a thin layer of softened butter over the bread.
  6. Top with the remaining egg mixture and the remaining cinnamon & sugar mixture.
  7. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours before baking.
  8. Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Recipe tips.
  • Optional toppings fresh berries, Homemade Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup, Buttermilk Syrup
  • Make ahead. Prepare as directed cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before baking. You can also cover it again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and set on the counter for about 30 minutes before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave. 
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave. 
  • Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more evenly than fresh bread.
  • Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more evenly than fresh bread.
  • You can leave the crust on, but crust-free looks prettier.
  • You can leave the crust on, but crust-free looks prettier.
  • Avoid very soft or delicate breads that may fall apart during soaking or baking.
  • Avoid very soft or delicate breads that may fall apart during soaking or baking.
  • This casserole bakes best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
  • This casserole bakes best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.

Nutrition Information

Serving 8g Calories 437kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 187mg (62%) Sodium 257mg (11%) Potassium 210mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 49g (98%) Vitamin A 876IU (18%) Calcium 145mg (15%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 437

% 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.