Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with Yummy The Top French Toast Casserole. This delightful dish combines layers of tender, custard-soaked challah bread, enhanced with warm cinnamon and rich vanilla, creating a perfect balance of textures—crispy on top and soft inside. Ideal for brunch gatherings or cozy family dinners, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve it warm with a drizzle of pure maple syrup for an unforgettable morning experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups day-old challah bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Arrange the cubed challah bread evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour evenly over the bread cubes.
- Allow the mixture to soak for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for best results.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the top before baking.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Serve warm drizzled with maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg