Description
A delicious and easy-to-make French toast casserole that captures the flavors of traditional French toast with minimal effort, perfect for feeding a crowd or making ahead.
Ingredients
- ½ loaf French bread (about 8 ounces), cut into cubes
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar, plus 1 tablespoon for topping
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
- Powdered sugar for dusting, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and butter a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour the brown sugar mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Layer the French bread cubes over the brown sugar mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until combined.
- Pour the egg custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all are saturated.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with powdered sugar and maple syrup if desired.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning. It can also be made with gluten-free or dairy-free substitutions if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French