Overnight French Toast Casserole
An easy make-ahead French toast casserole that soaks overnight for maximum flavor and bakes up rich, custardy, and perfectly spiced. The perfect no-stress breakfast for busy mornings, holidays, or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, pressing the bread down lightly to soak up the liquid.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight for at least 8 hours.
- In the morning, preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Drizzle brown sugar mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is fully set.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.