Description
A warm, comforting breakfast casserole that brings all the flavors of classic French toast into one easy-to-make dish. Perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or whenever you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special. This French Toast Casserole is soaked in rich custard, spiced just right with cinnamon and vanilla, and baked to golden perfection with a crunchy streusel topping. Prep it the night before and enjoy a stress-free morning with a dish that looks impressive and tastes even better.
Ingredients
-
1 lb (450g) brioche or challah, cut into 1-inch cubes
-
6 large eggs
-
1½ cups whole milk
-
½ cup heavy cream
-
½ cup packed brown sugar
-
¼ cup granulated sugar
-
2 tsp vanilla extract
-
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
-
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
-
Pinch of salt
Streusel Topping
-
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
-
⅓ cup brown sugar
-
½ tsp cinnamon
-
4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
-
Pinch of salt
Instructions
-
Cut bread into cubes and lightly toast if fresh.
-
Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
-
Pour custard over bread in a greased 9×13 dish. Press bread down to soak.
-
Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
-
Mix streusel ingredients until crumbly; chill until ready to use.
-
Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle streusel over casserole.
-
Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden and set.
-
Cool slightly before serving with maple syrup or toppings of choice.
Notes
For extra flavor, try using cinnamon raisin bread or swirling cream cheese before baking. Add fresh berries before baking for a fruity twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 375