How To Make The Absolute Best French Toast Casserole Recipe
This French Toast Casserole recipe is the ultimate breakfast dish! Made with rich custard-soaked bread, warm spices, and a crispy topping, it's perfect for holiday mornings or weekend brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread (cubed)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and add the cubed bread.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, pressing down slightly.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 30 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drizzle melted butter over the casserole.
- Sprinkle pecans on top if using.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better absorption.
- Add a streusel topping for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 250 mg