Description
Homemade French Toast Casserole is the ultimate breakfast delight that combines fluffy bread and rich custard for a cozy, indulgent experience. Infused with cinnamon and vanilla, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or leisurely weekend brunches. Topped with maple syrup, each bite promises warmth and comfort, making it an instant favorite among all who try it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups stale challah bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and layer the cubed challah evenly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to soak.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg