Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast delight with this Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole, featuring a crisp, golden top and a soft, moist interior, all coming together with the irresistible aroma of maple syrup fresh from the oven.

This casserole will become one of your go-to recipes for breakfast!

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What is French Toast Casserole

French toast casserole is a baked dish made from layers of bread soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and often sugar and spices.

The bread is typically allowed to soak overnight, allowing the flavors to meld together.

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The casserole is then baked until the top is golden and crisp while the inside remains soft and custardy.

It’s a convenient and delicious way to enjoy French toast in a larger, shareable format, often topped with fruits, nuts, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

For a twist on a classic, try Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups!

How to Reheat French Toast Casserole

To reheat French toast casserole, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cover the casserole with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out and heat it in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until it is warmed through.

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For a crispier top, you can remove the foil during the last 5 minutes of reheating.

If you’re reheating individual portions, you can use a microwave, heating each piece on a microwave-safe plate for about 1-2 minutes or until warmed.

Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole Ingredients

For the full ingredient measurements, scroll on down to the breakfast recipe card. A special thanks for Culinary.net for this easy breakfast recipe.

• 1 loaf French bread (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 5 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened milk
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• maple syrup, for serving

Topping:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

How to Make French Toast Casserole

Grease 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Place bread cubes in baking dish. In large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour mixture evenly over bread cubes.

If making casserole ahead, cover baking dish and refrigerate overnight. If baking immediately, let stand 30 minutes at room temperature to allow bread to soak up egg mixture.

Preheat oven to 350 F.

To make topping: Drizzle casserole with melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans. Top with strawberries and blueberries.

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Cover and bake 35 minutes then uncover and bake 10-20 minutes, or until topping is browned and egg mixture has mostly set.

Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil and let stand 10 minutes. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serve with maple syrup.

Overnight French Toast Casserole Video Directions

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