French Toast Casserole
This French Toast Casserole is a decadent breakfast that takes French toast to a whole new level with its streusel topping. It is a perfect make ahead option that is glorious enough for weekend brunches or celebrations.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 pound French bread loaf, large loaf to equal 8-9 cups cubed bread
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Streusel Topping
- 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup salted butter, softened and cut into pieces
Instructions
- Cube the bread loaf into 1 inch cubes.
- Add the cubed bread to a greased 9x13 casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- Add milk, cream, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon to eggs and whisk to combine.
- Pour egg and milk mixture over bread cubes.
- Gently push the bread down into the custard.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or tight fitting lid and refrigerate for 8-10 hours or overnight.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt.
- Stir in the softened butter until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Cover bowl and place in fridge with casserole.
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Uncover casserole and sprinkle streusel topping evenly over the top.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes. Bake less for a softer texter and longer for a firmer texture.
- Let casserole rest for 10 minutes and the slice and serve with desired toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 432mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 628IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 3mg
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