Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole
Transform your mornings with this irresistible Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole—a comforting, make-ahead breakfast perfect for sharing. Packed with cozy flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, this recipe takes gluten-free bread to the next level by soaking it in a rich, creamy custard and topping it with a decadent homemade caramel sauce and crunchy pecans. Perfectly baked to golden-brown perfection, this casserole is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying, making it ideal for holiday brunches, weekend gatherings, or any time you want a crowd-pleasing treat. Serve warm with an extra drizzle of maple syrup for a delightful, gluten-free twist on a breakfast classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices gluten-free bread
- 6 large eggs
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup butter
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cut the gluten-free bread into 1-inch cubes and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the bread mixture in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top of the casserole.
Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.
Place the covered casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with additional maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.8 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.3 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1532 mg | 511% | |
| Sodium | 2876 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.0 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 306.9 g | ||
| Protein | 70.3 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.6 mcg | 53% | |
| Calcium | 920 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1381 mg | 29% | |
*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.
