Indulge in a delightful morning treat with our easy French toast bake, a perfect blend of flavors and textures. This delectable dish features thick slices of bread, soaked in a luscious mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, and spices, then baked to golden perfection. Savor the soft, custardy center and crispy outer layer in every bite. Our recipe collection offers a variety of French toast bakes to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a classic version or one with a unique twist, we have you covered. From a simple cinnamon-sugar sprinkle to decadent toppings like fresh berries, Nutella, or whipped cream, the possibilities are endless. Discover the perfect French toast bake recipe to kick-off your day with a smile.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
FRENCH TOAST BAKE
"If you like blueberries and pecans, you'll love this take on a breakfast favorite," writes Melissa Winona of Salt Lake City, Utah. "I assemble it the night before. Then I bake it in the morning to surprise my roommates, who finish it in one sitting."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Arrange bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, 3/4 cup brown sugar, vanilla and nutmeg; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Sprinkle pecans over egg mixture. Combine butter and remaining sugar; drizzle over the top. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with blueberries. Bake 10 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Fat 28g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 183mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
BRUNCH BAKED FRENCH TOAST
Easy, easy, serve with anything you like; kids love this one and so do adults.
Provided by GAIL BOYD
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Whisk eggs, milk, and salt together in a bowl; pour into a shallow dish. Soak bread slices in egg mixture until saturated.
- Spread softened butter over the bottom of a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan. Sprinkle brown sugar over the butter. Arrange bread slices onto sugar in a single layer; sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Bake in preheated oven until beginning to firm, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 751.3 calories, Carbohydrate 104.1 g, Cholesterol 188.6 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1128.1 mg, Sugar 41.6 g
EASY MORNING FRENCH TOAST BAKE
This is an easy breakfast casserole that my veggie daughter and very picky son will all eat! It is a very forgiving recipe and you can add anything you want.
Provided by Boonyas mom
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Slice the challah bread very thickly.
- Let dry out for 2 hours.
- Mix eggs, cream, oj and zest very well.
- dip both sides of slice of bread in egg mix- get them very wet.
- layer the bread in pan slightly overlapping.
- pour the rest of the egg mixture over the bread.
- cover with foil - let sit at least 1 hour - can sit overnight.
- Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour - depending on how crispy you want the top.
- For the sauce.
- in sauce pan melt butter add syrup cook until it reaches a low simmer - pour over the french toast.
EASY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
Delicious and decadent, simple spin on French toast. Got the idea from a bed and breakfast in the south. Add additional ingredients; we like blueberries and cream cheese, cinnamon apples, nuts, and dried fruit!
Provided by Heather Bogle
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 8h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
- Stir 1 cup brown sugar and butter together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves into butter, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour into prepared baking dish and spread a 1 1/2- to 2-inch layer of bread pieces over the top.
- Beat milk, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; pour milk mixture over bread into the baking dish and move bread as necessary to ensure all bread is absorbing liquid. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Remove and discard plastic wrap from baking dish and sprinkle remaining brown sugar over the top of the bread mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 174.9 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 352.1 mg, Sugar 32.3 g
EASY OVEN-BAKED FRENCH TOAST
My best friend Cheryl shared this recipe with me years ago. It's fantastic, great for x-mas morning or when you have company staying over.
Provided by Carol
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust oven racks, one on lowest position and the other in the middle position.
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Grease 2 cookie sheets with 2 Tbsp.
- of the above butter.
- Beat eggs, milk, powdered sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
- Dip bread in the egg mixture and place on cookie sheets.
- Cut remaining butter into pieces and scatter over bread.
- Place on racks, bake for 7 minutes, switch cookie sheets and continue to bake for 8 minutes.
- Sprinkle with a bit of powdered sugar when done.
MAKE-AHEAD FRENCH TOAST BAKE
Prep this make-ahead French toast bake a day in advance for an easy go-to in the morning.
Provided by tahoeshepherds
Categories French Toast Casserole
Time 9h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spread bread cubes evenly in a greased 9x13-inch pan.
- Mix eggs, milk, sugar, cream, and vanilla together in a bowl. Pour evenly over the bread and and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt for topping together in a medium bowl. Add butter and cut in with a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sprinkle topping over bread-egg mixture and bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and to desired consistency, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 161.2 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 362.1 mg, Sugar 24.8 g
SIMPLE BAKED FRENCH TOAST
The beauty of this recipe is that it's baked, not cooked on the stovetop, and you can put everything together the night before. In the morning, put the soaked bread in the oven, and by the time the juice is squeezed and the table is set, you'll have French toast, hot and sweet, baked to a golden crisp.
Provided by Juenessa
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter a 13-by-9-inch glass baking dish.
- Cut twelve 1-inch-thick diagonal slices from bread (reserve ends for another use).
- Generously butter one side of each slice and arrange slices buttered sides up in one layer in buttered dish, squeezing them slightly to fit if necessary.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl until well combined, then pour evenly over bread.
- Refrigerate, covered, until bread has absorbed all of custard, at least 1 hour (time may vary depending on bread).
- Put a rack in middle of oven and preheat oven to 425°F
- Bring soaked bread to room temperature.
- Sprinkle bread with sugar.
- Bake until bread is puffed and top is golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Serve immediately, with maple syrup.
- Cook's Note:.
- The soaked bread can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- **Cook time does not include refrigeration or bringing the bread back to room temperature before cooking.
Tips:
- Use stale bread for a crispier French toast bake.
- If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a 9x13 inch sheet pan.
- Feel free to add your favorite spices to the custard mixture, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom.
- You can also add fruits, such as berries or bananas, to the French toast bake before baking.
- To make a gluten-free French toast bake, use gluten-free bread.
- To make a vegan French toast bake, use almond milk or soy milk instead of regular milk, and use a vegan butter alternative.
Conclusion:
This easy morning French toast bake is a delicious and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a crowd, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy mornings. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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