Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole for Cozy Mornings
Enjoy the delightful sweetness of Quick & Easy French Toast Casserole that’s perfect for brunch gatherings and family breakfasts.
Equipment
- Oven
- - Baking dish
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Casserole Base
- 1 loaf French bread stale bread works best
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half for richness
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon divided
For the Topping
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
For Serving (Optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh berries
- 1 cup maple syrup
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until fully dissolved. Pour this mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
- Layer the bread cubes evenly over the caramel base, pressing them down gently.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Pour this egg mixture over the bread cubes and let them soak for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of cinnamon and 1 1/2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with optional toppings.
Notes
Customize with toppings like chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor.