Overnight French Toast Casserole
Day-old brioche becomes a warm, custardy breakfast with minimal morning effort.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 loaf brioche or challah cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Butter for greasing
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
- Maple syrup for serving
- Powdered sugar optional
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch dish with butter.
- Spread cubed bread evenly in dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour custard over bread; add pecans if using.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake uncovered 45 minutes until puffed and set.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
Notes
Use low-fat milk instead of cream for a lighter version.