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The Best French Toast Casserole Recipe

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This Best French Toast Casserole recipe is a delightful and comforting breakfast dish perfect for family gatherings or special mornings. Featuring cubed French bread soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, then baked to golden perfection with a buttery, caramelized brown sugar base. Topped optionally with powdered sugar, this casserole balances sweetness and spice with a soft, custardy texture.

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • ½ loaf French bread (about 8 oz), cut into cubes
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided

For the Topping

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter a 13x9-inch baking pan thoroughly and set it aside to prepare your base.
  2. Make Brown Sugar Butter Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the ½ cup butter. Once melted, add 1 cup packed brown sugar and stir continuously until completely dissolved and smooth. This will create a caramel-like base for the casserole.
  3. Add Bread Cubes: Pour the brown sugar and butter mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Spread the cubed French bread evenly over the top, ensuring each cube gets some of the mixture underneath.
  4. Mix Egg Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 2 cups milk, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing gently to make sure the bread soaks up the custard fully.
  5. Add Final Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar evenly over the custard-soaked bread.
  6. Bake the Casserole: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is beautifully golden brown and the custard is set.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven, and if desired, dust the casserole with powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious French Toast Casserole!

Notes

  • For best results, use slightly stale French bread to absorb the custard better.
  • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving to set fully.
  • Optional toppings like fresh berries, maple syrup, or whipped cream can enhance the dish.
  • This casserole can be prepared the night before; refrigerate after pouring the custard and bake fresh in the morning.
  • Adjust the cinnamon amount to taste for more or less spice.

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