Overnight Baked Stuffed French Toast
Wake up to the ultimate breakfast indulgence with this Overnight Baked Stuffed French Toast! Perfectly soft slices of French bread (or brioche) are layered with a luscious cream cheese filling, then soaked in a rich custard mixture flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. Prepped the night before, this dish allows the bread to absorb all the heavenly flavors, resulting in a golden, creamy, and custard-like bake that’s sure to impress. Simply pop it in the oven in the morning for a stress-free, crowd-pleasing brunch centerpiece! Garnish with a drizzle of maple syrup, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and fresh berries for a restaurant-worthy touch. Whether you're hosting a holiday breakfast or just craving a luxurious start to your day, this easy make-ahead recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread (or brioche loaf, sliced thick)
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- optional Maple syrup, for serving
- optional Fresh berries, for topping
Instructions
1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
2. Cut the French bread into 1-inch thick slices. Arrange half of the slices in a single layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly across the bread slices in the dish.
4. Place the remaining bread slices on top to form 'sandwiches' with the cream cheese filling in the middle.
5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and the remaining teaspoon of vanilla extract.
6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all pieces are soaked well. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
7. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 6 hours).
8. When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while the oven preheats.
9. Bake the stuffed French toast uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.
10. Allow the French toast to cool slightly before serving. Slice it into squares and serve warm, topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.0 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.9 g | 635% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1794 mg | 598% | |
| Sodium | 5081 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.2 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.4 g | ||
| Protein | 116.7 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.4 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 1245 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2137 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.
