Overnight French Toast Recipe

French Toast Casserole

This French Toast Casserole is a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. It combines all the classic flavors of French toast in a delicious, easy-to-prepare baked form. The soft bread soaks up the custard mixture, creating a sweet, rich flavor with a hint of spice.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread, sliced 1-inch thick
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• teaspoon ground cinnamon
• teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 dash salt
• Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2: Arrange the bread slices in the prepared baking dish, overlapping them slightly as needed.

Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, whole milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Use a rotary beater or whisk to mix the ingredients until fully blended.

Step 4: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring each slice is well-moistened.

Step 5: Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the bread to soak up the custard.

Step 6: After the bread has soaked, place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

• Calories: 276
• Fat: 11g (14% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 5g (27% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 169mg (56% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 420mg (18% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 32g (12% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 1g (4% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 13g (25% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 1mg (1% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 121mg (9% Daily Value)
• Iron: 2mg (13% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 210mg (4% Daily Value)

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note: Nutrient information is based on available data and may vary.