Description
Warm, cozy, and wildly comforting—this Homemade French Toast Casserole is the kind of recipe that turns a basic morning into something magical. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a special brunch, it’s soft and custardy on the inside with golden edges and just the right hint of cinnamon. Whether you’re feeding a holiday crowd or craving something nostalgic on a slow Sunday, this easy recipe will become a favorite go-to. It’s one of those food ideas that effortlessly blend comfort and convenience—perfect for those in need of a stress-free, satisfying, and easy breakfast recipe.
Ingredients
8 cups brioche or challah bread, cubed
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, for greasing
Maple syrup, for serving
Powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
1. Cube the brioche or challah into 1-inch pieces and let it dry out for a few hours or overnight.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Add the bread cubes to the custard and toss until fully coated. Let sit for 15–20 minutes.
4. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Pour in the soaked bread and press down slightly.
5. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.
6. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and puffy.
7. Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup. Serve warm.
Notes
For best results, use day-old bread—it soaks up the custard without getting soggy.
You can assemble this the night before and bake in the morning for easy prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg