French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast comfort food with this mouthwatering French Toast Casserole, a perfect blend of classic flavors and effortless preparation. Made with tender cubes of French bread soaked in a rich custard mixture of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and warm spices like cinnamon and vanilla, this dish is both flavorful and creamy. Topped with a buttery pecan and maple syrup crunch, it bakes to golden perfection for a mix of soft, custardy layers and caramelized, nutty goodness. Ideal for holiday mornings or weekend brunches, this make-ahead recipe saves time, letting you enjoy more moments with family while serving up a dish that feels truly special. Keywords: French Toast Casserole, breakfast casserole, make-ahead brunch recipe, pecan topping, holiday breakfast ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread
- 8 large Eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 0.5 cup Pecans
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Cut the French bread loaf into 1-inch cubes and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down on the bread to ensure it absorbs the liquid.
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
To make the topping, combine the butter, maple syrup, and pecans in a medium mixing bowl. Mix until pecans are well coated.
Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with additional maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.4 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.1 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1930 mg | 643% | |
| Sodium | 5224 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 502.7 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.7 g | ||
| Protein | 119.1 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.0 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 1169 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 26.0 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 2117 mg | 45% | |
*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.
