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Delicious Overnight French Toast Casserole served on a plate with syrup

Overnight French Toast Casserole

A delectable, custardy breakfast dish that's prepared the night before for a delightful morning treat—perfect for lazy weekends and family brunches.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf loaf of bread (preferably challah or brioche) Feel free to experiment with different types of bread.
  • 8 large large eggs
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can be replaced with additional milk for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adding nutmeg can enhance the flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Sprinkle on top if desired.
  • Powdered sugar for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Tear the loaf of bread into bite-sized pieces, spreading them evenly in the dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Pour this custard over the bread, pressing gently to ensure all pieces are soaked.
  5. If adding nuts, sprinkle them on top.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours.
Baking
  1. The next morning, remove the casserole from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Bake uncovered for around 45 minutes until the top is golden and the custard is set in the center.
  4. After baking, let the casserole cool for 10 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For the best results, consider using day-old bread to help the custard soak in better. You can also add chocolate chips or fruits for fun variations. If the casserole browns too quickly while baking, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.

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