Description
This Overnight French Toast Casserole recipe is the perfect make-ahead breakfast idea for busy mornings. Made with brioche, cinnamon, and vanilla, it’s a delicious and easy breakfast casserole that’s perfect for brunch or holiday mornings.
Ingredients
10 cups brioche bread, cubed
6 large eggs
1 ½ cups whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Cut the brioche into thick cubes and layer them into a greased baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
3. Pour the custard evenly over the brioche. Press down gently to soak. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Uncover the casserole, dot with butter, and bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and set.
5. Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite toppings like syrup or fruit.
Notes
Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess.
You can swap in challah or French bread.
Top with chopped pecans or berries for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg