Overnight French Toast Casserole

Overnight French Toast Casserole

Looking for a delectable breakfast dish that you can prepare in advance? This Overnight French Toast Casserole is the answer! It’s perfect for busy mornings or when you want to impress your guests with a flavorful and comforting breakfast. With a rich custardy base and a sweet cinnamon crunch topping, it’s sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients

For the French Toast:

• 1 loaf French bread (or thick Texas toast), sliced 🍞
• 8 eggs 🥚
• 2 cups half and half 🥛
• 1/2 cup milk 🥛
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍚
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 🌿
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🌰
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 🌰
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂

For the Cinnamon Crunch Topping:

• 1 1/2 sticks butter, softened 🧈
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 🍬
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup (optional) 🍯
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🌰
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 🌰

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Baking Dish:

• Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
• Arrange the bread slices in rows, overlapping slightly. 🍞

2️⃣ Make the Custard:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. 🥣

3️⃣ Soak the Bread:

• Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all slices are well-coated.
• Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate overnight.

4️⃣ Preheat the Oven:

• The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). 🔥

5️⃣ Prepare the Topping:

• In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, light brown sugar, light corn syrup (if using), ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix well. 🧈

6️⃣ Add the Topping:

• Spread the topping evenly over the soaked bread slices.

7️⃣ Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the casserole is puffed and lightly golden. ⏳

Serving Suggestions

This Overnight French Toast Casserole is best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven. Serve it with a drizzle of maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra special touch.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
• Total Time: 50-55 minutes
• Servings: 8 servings

Enjoy this delightful casserole with your loved ones, and start your day with a smile!

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