FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

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Prepared the night before, our French Toast Casserole is topped with maple syrup, cinnamon and pecans for a good-morning wake-up call.

Provided by By Stephanie Wise

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 loaf challah or French bread (1 lb), cut into 1-inch slices
8 eggs
2 cups whole, low-fat (2%) or soy milk
1 cup half-and-half
4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Maple-flavored or real maple syrup, if desired

Steps:

  • Butter bottom only of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Place bread slices in 2 rows, overlapping each other on an angle, in baking dish.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, half-and-half, brown sugar, salt, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, the nutmeg and vanilla until thoroughly combined. Carefully pour mixture over slices, making sure each slice is completely coated. Cover baking dish with foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • At serving time, heat oven to 350°F. Uncover baking dish; sprinkle butter, granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon and the pecans over bread.
  • Bake 40 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Yousry Chess
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This is my go-to recipe for French toast casserole. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Md Eyasin Munshi
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I've never made French toast casserole before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


mohsin rehman
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I love that I can make it ahead of time.


Saud Ahmad
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I'm not a huge fan of French toast, but this casserole was actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Faizan Dogar
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I always have a loaf of bread in the freezer, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


Joynal Abdin
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect! My family loved it.


Liam Smithson
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This casserole was a little too eggy for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less eggs next time.


Bulbul Ahmmed
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've added different fruits, nuts, and spices to it and it's always turned out great.


Sexwise philemon
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy mornings. I can throw it together the night before and it's ready to go in the oven when I wake up.


caleb Idris
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a brunch or potluck.


AQEEL IRFAN
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This French toast casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and tasted delicious. I loved that I could make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven in the morning.


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