Description
Warm, custardy, and golden on top—this Homemade French Toast Casserole is the ultimate easy breakfast idea for weekends, holidays, or any time you want a comforting and satisfying meal. With rich brioche soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard and baked until fluffy inside and crisp on top, it’s everything you love about classic French toast but in effortless casserole form. Perfect for quick breakfast prep, make-ahead brunches, or cozy food ideas that bring the family together. Whether you’re searching for an easy recipe for gatherings or fresh breakfast ideas, this dish hits the spot every time.
Ingredients
8 cups brioche bread, cubed
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar, for serving
Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Cut brioche into 1-inch cubes and let it sit out or lightly toast to dry.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, butter, and salt.
3. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and add bread cubes evenly.
4. Pour custard over the bread, pressing down gently to soak.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F and let the casserole sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
7. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
8. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
9. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup.
Notes
Let the casserole sit overnight for the best custard absorption.
Use slightly stale bread to avoid sogginess.
For added crunch, top with chopped nuts or a sugar crumble before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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