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The Best French Toast Casserole
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The Best French Toast Casserole

The best French toast casserole is a delightful blend of soft, custardy bread infused with rich vanilla and a hint of cinnamon, topped with a sweet, crunchy crust. Ready in under an hour, this casserole transforms your morning with its warm, inviting aroma and mouth-watering taste.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 378 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Casserole:
  • 1 loaf French bread challah, or French country bread
  • 8 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups milk whole
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup berries optional; can be fresh or frozen, in small pieces
Topping:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup butter softened, salted
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional toppings:
  • Fresh fruit
  • maple syrup
  • powdered sugar

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
  2. Spray a 9x13 inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Slice and cube the bread into 1-inch pieces. Spread the bread in the prepared baking dish and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain. Pour this mixture over the bread, ensuring all pieces are well saturated.
  4. For the topping, mix the brown sugar, softened butter, flour, and cinnamon in a separate bowl until well combined. The texture should resemble wet sand.
  5. If using, add the desired fruit (e.g., blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries) by pushing them into the casserole. Then, sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over it.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  7. Once the casserole is golden brown and set, remove it from the oven. Let it rest for a few minutes to firm up slightly. Then, serve hot, garnished with your choice of toppings like syrup, fresh fruit, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information

Calories 378kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 160mg (53%) Sodium 306mg (13%) Potassium 177mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 743IU (15%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 101mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 378

% Daily Value*

Calories 378kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 160mg 53%
Sodium 306mg 13%
Potassium 177mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 22g 44%
Vitamin A 743IU 15%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 101mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.