French Toast Casserole Recipe

Name: French Toast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 24 oz. Challah, sliced, and then cubed; 10 extra large eggs; 12 oz. whole milk; 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch of salt; 1 cup chopped pecans; extra cinnamon/sugar - heavy on the cinnamon

Servings: persons

4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
24 oz. Challah, sliced, and then cubed
10 extra large eggs
12 oz. whole milk
1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of salt
1 cup chopped pecans
extra cinnamon/sugar - heavy on the cinnamon

1
Combine the meltedbutter and brown sugar in a greased 0-by-13-inch naking dish.
2
Top a layer of bread cubes with cinnamon/sugar. Alternate until all bread is used.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger and salt. Pour the mixture over the bread and push down so all bread comes in contact with the egg mixture.
4
Top evenly with the pecans.
5
Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight - 3 to 24 hours.
6
Preheat the oven to 350 F. In the meantime take the casserole out of the refrigerator, and let sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.
7
Bake the casserole until it's browned and set, about 45 min. Let it cool slightly on a wire rack. May be topped with sifted confectioners' sugar, and served with maple syrup.

867

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 24 oz. Challah, sliced, and then cubed, 10 extra large eggs, and more.

Yes, French Toast Casserole falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

French Toast Casserole

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