French Toast Casserole with Brown Sugar-Walnut Crum

Name: French Toast Casserole with Brown Sugar-Walnut Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, for the casserole dish; 1 loaf Italian-style bread, cut into 18 half-inch-thick slices (about 1 pound); 6 large eggs; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Kosher salt; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Kosher salt; 1 stick unsalted butter, cut into cubes; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, for the casserole dish
1 loaf Italian-style bread, cut into 18 half-inch-thick slices (about 1 pound)
6 large eggs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Kosher salt
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1 cup chopped walnuts

1
For the casserole: Generously butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
2
Arrange the bread slices over the bottom of the dish in three rows of 6 slices, shingling slightly.
3
Whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl until combined and smooth.
4
Whisk in the milk and heavy cream.
5
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, making sure that all slices have been coated.
6
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 12.
7
Position an oven rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 350 degrees F.
8
For the crumble: Toss the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a medium bowl.
9
Add the butter and work it in with your fingers until the mixture is crumbly with pea-sized bits of butter.
10
Mix in the walnuts.
11
To assemble: Give the bread slices in the casserole dish a gentle push into the custard.
12
Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the top.
13
Bake the casserole until the top is puffed and browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes (it will still be a little wiggly but will continue to cook a bit out of the oven); check halfway through the baking time and tent with foil if the topping is browning too quickly.
14
Serve hot.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, for the casserole dish, 1 loaf Italian-style bread, cut into 18 half-inch-thick slices (about 1 pound), 6 large eggs, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, French Toast Casserole with Brown Sugar-Walnut Crumble 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.

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French Toast Casserole with Brown Sugar-Walnut Crumble

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