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French Toast Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This French Toast Casserole is a warm, comforting breakfast dish perfect for feeding a crowd. Cubes of French bread are soaked in a sweet, cinnamon-spiced egg mixture, layered over a buttery brown sugar base, then baked until golden and bubbly. The result is a rich, indulgent casserole with a caramelized bottom layer and a soft, custardy interior, optionally dusted with powdered sugar for a delightful finish.

Ingredients

Base Layer

  • ½ loaf French bread (about 8 oz), cut into cubes
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar

Custard Mixture

  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Powdered sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter a 13×9 inch baking pan generously to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Make Brown Sugar Butter Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in 1 cup of packed brown sugar until completely dissolved and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy. Pour this evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  3. Arrange Bread Cubes: Spread the cubed French bread evenly over the brown sugar and butter mixture in the pan, ensuring a uniform layer.
  4. Prepare Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until fully combined. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing lightly to ensure all pieces absorb the custard.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar evenly on top of the custard-soaked bread.
  6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard has set.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven and, if desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your delicious French Toast Casserole warm.

Notes

  • Use day-old or slightly stale French bread for best absorption and texture.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute whole milk with half-and-half or cream.
  • The casserole can be prepared the night before; refrigerate after assembling and bake in the morning, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
  • If you prefer, add nuts or dried fruits before baking for extra texture and flavor.
  • To keep it warm, cover loosely with foil after baking until ready to serve.
  • Powdered sugar topping is optional but adds a nice touch of sweetness and presentation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/french-toast-casserole-recipe/