No Fuss Overnight French Toast

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

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!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 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

10 steps

1. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the butter.

2. Arrange the thick-cut bread slices in the baking dish, overlapping slightly, to fit snugly.

3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

4. 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.

5. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.

6. The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

7. Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and uncover. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while the oven preheats.

8. Bake the French toast casserole for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.

9. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

10. Optional: Dust the top with powdered sugar. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (255.2g)

Calories		519
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		20.7 g	26%
	Saturated Fat	10.7 g	54%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		249 mg	83%
Sodium		502 mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate		67.4 g	24%
	Dietary Fiber	1.8 g	6%
	Total Sugars	41.6 g
Protein		15.1 g	30%
Vitamin D		2.1 mcg	10%
Calcium		168 mg	13%
Iron		2.6 mg	14%
Potassium		280 mg	6%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1111 cal (36.0%%)

Protein: 360 cal (11.7%%)

Carbs: 1617 cal (52.4%%)