Easy Morning French Toast Bake
Wake up to the warm, comforting aroma of this Easy Morning French Toast Bake—a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole that transforms simple ingredients into pure decadence. Perfect for busy mornings or special gatherings, this make-ahead dish features cubes of day-old bread soaked in a rich custard made from eggs, milk, cream, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon for an irresistible flavor. Baked to golden perfection with a buttery finish, this French toast bake delivers a crispy top layer and a soft, custardy interior. Serve it fresh from the oven dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup for a sweet, satisfying start to your day. Ideal for brunch spreads or leisurely weekends, this dish combines convenience with gourmet flair, making it a must-try for French toast fans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Bread, preferably day-old or slightly stale
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
- as needed Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Cut the bread slices into 1-inch cubes and evenly distribute them in the greased baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all are soaked. Lightly press down with a spatula to saturate the bread if necessary.
Melt the butter and drizzle it over the top of the bread mixture for added richness.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.6 g | 393% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1466 mg | 489% | |
| Sodium | 3046 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.8 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.4 g | ||
| Protein | 86.3 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.6 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1254 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
