Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole for Busy Mornings
This Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole combines rich flavors and simple ingredients for a delicious breakfast treat.
Equipment
- 13x9-inch baking dish
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 loaf French bread stale or day-old
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup brown sugar for the caramel base
For the Custard Mixture
- 6 large eggs essential for binding
- 2 cups whole milk or substitute with almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon divided
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar for topping
- powdered sugar optional, for dusting
- fresh berries optional, for serving
- maple syrup optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish generously.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until fully dissolved. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the cubes of French bread on top of the caramel base, pressing them down gently.
- Whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a bowl. Pour this mixture over the bread cubes and allow them to soak for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1 1/2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Rest the casserole for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Optional: Serve with whipped cream for an indulgent treat.