French Toast Casserole
This make-ahead French toast casserole is a weekend favorite—soft, rich, and full of warm cinnamon flavor. Assemble it the night before, and in the morning, just bake and serve. It’s perfect for relaxed brunches or holiday mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes (or use dried-out sourdough, challah, or brioche)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (2%, whole milk, or buttermilk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (for topping)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish and scatter the bread cubes evenly in the pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, sugar, and salt until fully blended.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, pressing the bread gently so it starts to soak in the custard.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove the casserole from the fridge 30 minutes before baking.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Dot the top of the casserole with pieces of butter.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the top.
- Cover the pan with the reserved foil and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Slice and serve warm with a generous drizzle of real maple syrup.
- Pro Tip from Foodicious Recipes
For an extra indulgent version, add a handful of chopped nuts or berries before baking—or swap maple syrup for a fruit compote or whipped cream.
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