French Toast Bake Casserole: An Indulgent Breakfast Delight
A delicious and easy way to enjoy French toast in a casserole form, perfect for breakfast gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf brioche bread
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the brioche bread into cubes and place in a greased baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.
Notes
- Great for preparing the night before for a hassle-free breakfast.
- Serve with fresh fruit for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: French Toast, Casserole, Breakfast, Brunch