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Deliciously baked French Toast Casserole topped with syrup and berries

Irresistible French Toast Casserole

A delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite, this French Toast Casserole combines soft bread with a creamy custard, making it perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare ahead of time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 loaf loaf of bread (brioche or challah works well)
  • 6 large large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or increase milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping mixture
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup butter (cold and cubed)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Add if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cut the bread into cubes and place them in the prepared dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour this mixture evenly over the bread cubes.
  4. In another bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly using a pastry cutter or your fingers. Stir in the chopped nuts if you like.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbly mixture over the top of the bread and egg mixture.
Cooking
  1. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious casserole!

Notes

Serve warm from the oven with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream. Toppings like fresh fruit enhance the dish. If leftovers exist, cool completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.