Best Baked French Toast Casserole
"This version is made the night before. The next morning, remove it from the fridge to take the chill off. Grab a cup of coffee and pop it in the oven. By the time the table is set, the family assembled, you are ready for your second cup, breakfast is ready. Brioche and challah are yeast breads, rich with egg and butter, and make superlative French toast. 12 hours overnight in refrigerator not reflected in prep time. Adapted from Chef Virginia Willis' cookbook, "Bon Appetit, Y'All"."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (138.4 g)
- Calories 296
- Total Fat - 17.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 6.6 g
- Cholesterol - 238.4 mg
- Sodium - 311.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 22.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.7 g
- Sugars - 20.9 g
- Protein - 12.1 g
- Calcium - 76 mg
- Iron - 1.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine the melted butter and brown sugar in a baking dish.
Step 2
Arrange the bread slices in the dish.
Step 3
Whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger and salt in a bowl; pour over the bread,letting it soak in, and top with pecans.
Step 4
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours up to 12 hours.
Step 5
Preheat the oven to 350º, and let the chilled casserole stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
Step 6
Bake until browned and set, 30-45 minutes.
Step 7
Remove to a rack to cool slightly. Sift over confectioner's sugar.
Step 8
Serve hot or warm with sorghum, cane or maple syrup.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Look for brioche or challah bread with a high egg and butter content for the best French toast.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar to taste depending on how sweet you like your French toast.
- Substitute coconut oil for the butter to make the dish vegan. The benefit of this substitution is that it will make the dish suitable for those who follow a vegan diet.
- Substitute almond milk for the whole milk to make the dish lactose-free. The benefit of this substitution is that it will make the dish suitable for those who are lactose-intolerant or have an allergy to dairy.
Maple-Pecan French Toast Casserole Substitute 1/2 cup maple syrup for the brown sugar, and add 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Pour the maple syrup over the bread slices, then top with the pecans. Follow the remaining instructions as listed.
Bacon and Egg Hash - This classic breakfast dish pairs perfectly with the French Toast Casserole. The salty bacon and crispy potatoes provide a delicious contrast to the sweet, creamy casserole. It's the perfect way to start your day!
Fruit Salad: This light, refreshing fruit salad is the perfect complement to the French Toast Casserole. The sweet, juicy fruit provides a refreshing contrast to the creamy, custardy casserole. The bright colors and flavors make this a perfect side dish for any breakfast!
FAQ
Q: How long should I let the French Toast Casserole chill in the refrigerator?
A: You should refrigerate the French Toast Casserole for at least 3 hours, but up to 12 hours for best results.
Q: What ingredients do I need for French Toast Casserole?
A: You will need bread, eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, butter, and vanilla extract.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: French Toast is believed to have originated in the 4th century, when Roman cooks used stale bread, milk, eggs, and spices to make a dish called “aliter dulcia”.
Fun Fact 2: French Toast is also known as “eggy bread”, “gypsy bread”, “poor knights”, or “torpedoes”. It is said to have been served to King Louis XIV of France, who declared it “The King’s Toast”.