No Fuss Overnight French Toast
Wake up to effortless gourmet perfection with this No Fuss Overnight French Toast recipe! Featuring thick slices of brioche or challah soaked in a rich, custard-like mixture of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and warm spices, this make-ahead breakfast casserole is ideal for busy mornings or holiday brunches. With just 15 minutes of prep, the dish chills overnight, letting the flavors meld beautifully. The result? A golden-brown, caramelized top with a luscious, creamy interior that’s irresistible with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup. Perfect for serving a crowd and completely stress-free, this easy baked French toast guarantees to impress your family and guests alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-cut bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for serving, optional)
- 0.5 cups Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the butter.
Arrange the thick-cut bread slices in the baking dish, overlapping slightly, to fit snugly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all pieces are saturated. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to help it absorb the custard mixture.
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and uncover. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while the oven preheats.
Bake the French toast casserole for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Optional: Dust the top with powdered sugar. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1276 mg | 425% | |
| Sodium | 2819 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 360.1 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 221.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.8 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1013 mg | 22% | |
*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.
