Overnight French Toast Casserole
A delightful make-ahead Overnight French Toast Casserole that transforms breakfast into a cozy affair with fragrant cinnamon and creamy custard-soaked bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 loaf stale bread (brioche or challah), cut into cubes
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Fresh berries, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl until smooth.
- Cut the bread into cubes and toss them into the egg mixture until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, cover it, and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat your oven and bake the casserole at 375°F (190°C) for 30 to 40 minutes, until golden and puffed.
- Serve warm, topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use almond or oat milk and ensure to select dairy-free butter.