Mouthwatering French Toast Casserole Recipe for Breakfast Bliss
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Savor a delicious French Toast Casserole recipe for a breakfast treat thats easy to make and irresistibly tasty Perfect for family gatherings
Ingredients
Scale
12 slices of day-old bread
8 large eggs
2 cups of milk
1 cup of heavy cream
3/4 cup of sugar
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of fresh berries (optional)
1 cup of chopped nuts (optional)
Chocolate chips (optional)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Maple syrup (for serving)
Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cut your bread into cubes (about 1-inch pieces).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Gently fold the bread cubes into the custard mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it soak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the fridge.
Remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle with any optional toppings. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.
Let it sit for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar and serve with warm maple syrup.
Notes
This French Toast Casserole is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for cozy gatherings and cheerful brunches. Easy to prepare and deliciously sweet, it turns any morning into a special occasion.
