Easy French Toast Casserole (Make Ahead) – Best Brunch!
RECIPE BY OLIVIA PARKER
PREP
15 mins
15 mins
COOK
35-45 mins
35-45 mins
CALS
350 kcal
350 kcal
YIELD
12 servings
12 servings
The Story
The Best Easy French Toast Casserole (Make Ahead) – Your Ultimate Brunch Secret!
The Best Easy French Toast Casserole (Make Ahead) – Your Ultimate Brunch Secret!
What You'll Need
✓1 loaf (16 oz) brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (day old is best)
🥚8 large eggs
🥛2 cups whole milk
🥛1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)
🍬1/2 cup granulated sugar
🍬2 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
✓1 tbsp vanilla extract
✓1 tsp ground cinnamon
✓1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
🧂1/4 tsp salt
🧈2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for greasing pan)
🍬Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries
How to Make It
🧼 STEP 1
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
👨🍳 STEP 2
Arrange bread cubes evenly in the prepared dish.
🥣 STEP 3
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream (if using), granulated sugar, b...
🥣 STEP 4
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all bread is moistened. Gent...
👨🍳 STEP 5
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, o...
🌡️ STEP 6
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove casserole from refrigerator and let it sit at r...
⏲️ STEP 7
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and set in the center. I...
🔥 STEP 8
Remove from oven and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.
✨ STEP 9
Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and fresh berries, if desired.
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