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Golden baked french toast casserole topped with powdered sugar and warm syrup drizzle.

French Toast Casserole

Fluffy, golden french toast casserole with a crisp cinnamon sugar top and custardy center; the perfect make-ahead breakfast for weekends and holidays.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Chill Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 9 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 460kcal
Author: Hannah Cooking
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish (For layering and baking casserole)
  • 1 Large mixing bowl (For whisking custard)
  • 1 Whisk (For smooth, lump-free mixture)
  • 1 Serrated knife (For cutting bread cubes)
  • 1 Spatula (For pressing bread into custard)
  • 1 Plastic wrap (For covering casserole overnight)
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons (For accurate ingredient measurement)

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 1 loaf French bread or brioche - Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 large Eggs - —
  • 2 cups Whole milk - —
  • ½ cup Heavy cream - Adds richness
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar - —
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract - —
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon - —
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground nutmeg - Optional but recommended
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt - Balances sweetness

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar - —
  • 2 tablespoon Ground cinnamon - —
  • 2 tablespoon Butter, melted - Helps topping crisp up

For Serving

  • Maple syrup - Optional drizzle
  • Whipped cream - Optional topping
  • Fresh berries - Optional garnish
  • Powdered sugar - For dusting

Instructions 

  • Cut bread into cubes and dry slightly.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and spices.
  • Layer bread in greased baking dish.
  • Pour mixture evenly over bread, press gently.
  • Cover and refrigerate 8–24 hours.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon sugar and drizzle melted butter.
  • Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45–55 minutes.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and top with syrup or berries.
    Golden baked french toast casserole topped with powdered sugar and warm syrup drizzle.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 460kcal (23%) | Carbohydrates: 52g (17%) | Protein: 10g (20%) | Fat: 22g (34%) | Saturated Fat: 11g (69%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 190mg (63%) | Sodium: 380mg (17%) | Potassium: 230mg (7%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 30g (33%) | Vitamin A: 900IU (18%) | Calcium: 140mg (14%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)