French Toast Casserole with Texas Toast

Slice of Easy French Toast Casserole on a white plate topped with fresh strawberries and pour of maple syrup

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French Toast Casserole with Texas Toast

This Texas toast French toast bake takes minimal effort -- it's the perfect make-ahead breakfast for special occasions, holidays, or a casual weekend brunch. You only need a few ingredients and a few minutes of prep.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword baked french toast, easy french toast casserole, make ahead french toast casserole

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 55

Chilling Time 8

Total Time 9 5

Servings servings

Calories 521kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

½ cup butter, melted 1 full stick
12 slices frozen buttered Texas Toast (2 boxes), thawed
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
7 eggs
1 ½ cups whole milk
Optional, for serving: maple syrup, powdered sugar, and/or fresh fruit

Instructions

Pour melted butter into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Set aside.
½ cup butter, melted
In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
1 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
In a separate bowl, whisk together vanilla extract, eggs and milk.
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 7 eggs, 1 ½ cups whole milk
Arrange 6 bread slices in a single layer on the bottom of the buttered baking dish. You can cut the bread, as necessary, to fit the bottom of the dish.
12 slices frozen buttered Texas Toast (2 boxes), thawed
Sprinkle half of the sugar mixture over top.
Add another layer of bread slices. Pour egg mixture over the bread, and gently push down on the bread to make sure that they are evenly submerged.
Sprinkle remaining sugar mixture over top.
Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight. The longer it sits, the better!
When ready to bake: Preheat oven to 350F/180C.
Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
Drizzle with maple syrup or dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Optional, for serving: maple syrup, powdered sugar, and/or fresh fruit

Notes

What to Serve with Overnight French Toast Casserole:

Fresh Berries: the only thing that could make this breakfast casserole better is fresh berries on top, like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or a combination of all three.
Sweet: a simple dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup is minimal but perfect. We love using pure maple syrup for the most authentic maple taste.
Creamy: garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk. These creamy additions melt right into the bread, making it even more decadent.
Savory: serve this French toast bake alongside your favorite savory breakfast items – bacon, eggs, and sausage!
Starchy: if you're going the sweet-and-savory route, why not serve it with breakfast potatoes? Serve with hash browns, cheesy potatoes, potatoes O'Brien, or crispy seasoned potatoes,

Recipe Tips and Variations:

If you're using store-bought fresh bread, let it sit out of the bag on the counter overnight to become a little stale before using.
You could swap milk for heavy cream in this recipe if you want an even creamier custard.
For even more flavor, add a layer of toppings between layers of bread – chocolate chips, dollops of cream cheese, berries, or a little extra cinnamon.
This make-ahead French toast casserole can be assembled and baked on the same day. Just let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour – the longer, the better!
Cooking for a smaller crowd? Just cut the ingredients in half and use an 8 x 8 casserole dish instead! The baking instructions remain the same.
Leftover French toast casserole should be stored in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to three days. You can enjoy leftovers reheated or cold!

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