If you love casserole recipes and are looking for a yummy breakfast, you must try this Easy French Toast Casserole. The whole family will love it, whether it's the holiday season or any day. You'll also love this Bread Pudding Recipe, as a dessert or a decadent breakfast.
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French Toast Casserole
This is one of our favorite easy breakfast recipes to make during the holidays. I know this time of year is really busy and many of you will have family visiting. This is a breakfast that can be made ahead of time and just popped into the oven on Christmas morning.
If you are making it the day of, it takes very little time to come together. The hardest part is tearing the bread, and my kids actually love helping with that step.
This maple French toast casserole is fantastic because you can prepare it the night before, just like our Pumpkin Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole. It's perfect for serving at breakfast or brunch!
Breakfast Casseroles
Breakfast casseroles are a go-to for a hearty and versatile morning meal. Mix and match ingredients like eggs, cheese, veggies, and meats to create endless combinations. Whether you're making one the night before or prepping it for a yummy brunch, breakfast casseroles are always a hit!
- The Best Sausage Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole
- Sausage Biscuit Casserole
- Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole
- Egg Casserole
- Raspberry French Toast Casserole With Cream Cheese
Ingredients For Easy French Toast Casserole
- Bread cubes - Use day-old or slightly stale bread for the best absorption. Brioche or challah works great.
- Eggs - Be sure to whisk them well to ensure even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Milk - Adds moisture and helps create the custard-like texture.
- Vanilla extract - Adds a sweet, aromatic flavor to the dish.
- Salt - Helps to balance the sweetness in the casserole.
- Cinnamon - Adds warmth and depth to the dish.
- Nutmeg - Pairs well with the cinnamon.
- Maple syrup - Sweetens the casserole. If you love maple flavor give our Maple Blondies Recipe a try.
- White sugar - This adds sweetness and helps the top to caramelize.
- Confectioner's sugar - Optional for dusting the French toast before serving.
What size baking pan do you use for a casserole?
I made this breakfast casserole using my Le Creuset 2 ½ quart square casserole dish which measures 9.5 by 10.5. If you use a similar sized baking dish, then this will make 6 servings. If you wish to make 10-12 servings, you can use a 9 by 13 baking dish like this one.
How to make a baked French toast casserole
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8x8 or 9x9 casserole pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Cut bread into cubes or tear into small pieces and place in a large bowl. Don't just use sandwich bread here. This recipe works best when made with a loaf of French bread or brioche or challah.
In another large bowl, beat the large eggs with a whisk and add milk, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup. I highly recommend using real maple syrup in this recipe. As you mix this you will notice how yummy it smells. Just a preview of the goodness to come!
Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes in the bowl. Let this sit for 10 minutes so the bread can soak up the liquid.
Pour the bread mixture into a greased casserole pan.
Sprinkle the sugar on top of the casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
Remove the casserole from the oven and dust with confectioner's sugar.
Serve with a drizzling of maple syrup on top.
This Maple French Toast Casserole really doesn't need any additional syrup on top, though I like to drizzle a little bit on.
Tips for making easy French toast casserole
Tip 1: Cover the casserole with foil for the last 10 minutes in the oven so the top doesn't get too brown.
Tip 2: To avoid soggy French toast, you will want to be sure to use large enough chunks of bread. If you are cutting the bread into cubes, 1 inch works well.
Tip 3: Feel free to top this French toast with sliced fruit, preserves or whipped cream.
Tip 4: If you are making a bigger serving size, simply click on the number in blue in the recipe below and adjust it for how many servings you would like. It will update the amount of ingredients that you will need.
FAQs For French Toast Casserole With Maple Syrup
Yes, it is easy to turn this into an overnight French toast casserole! One of my favorite things about this casserole is that it can be prepared the night before and popped into the oven the next morning.
If you are doing this, simply follow the directions up until the step where it comes time to put it in the oven. Just cover the casserole and place it in your refrigerator overnight. Then, in the morning, just pop it in the oven.
I love to serve this with bacon or sausage and some orange slices or other fruit. You can also add some fresh berries on top.
Store in an airtight container or a casserole dish covered in plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 3 days.
French Toast Recipes
French toast is a breakfast favorite because it's so versatile and yummy. You can use any bread you like - brioche for something rich or sourdough for a tangy twist. Top it with whatever fresh fruits, syrup, or just a sprinkle of powdered sugar. It's all up to you!
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Casserole Supplies
A few kitchen tools can make the process easy when making a breakfast casserole. First off, a good mixing bowl can be used to mix all the ingredients. Next up, grab a baking dish and some servers cutting up those delicious slices. These tools make breakfast prep easy!
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Whether making this for a special occasion or just for a lazy weekend, you'll love the flavor of this baked French toast! For another decadent meal, try our Monte Cristo Sandwich.
📖 Recipe
Maple French Toast Casserole
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Ingredients
- 6 cups bread cubes Day old bread works best. I used a baguette.
- 4 eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup white sugar
- confectioner's sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8x8 or 9x9 casserole pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut bread into cubes or tear into small pieces and place in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Beat eggs and add milk, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup. Mix to combine.
- Pour egg mixture over the bread cubes in the bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Scoop bread and any remaining liquid from bowl into greased casserole pan.
- Sprinkle the sugar on top of the casserole.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
- Remove from oven and dust with confectioner's sugar. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup on top.
Notes
- Cover the casserole with foil during the last 10 minutes in the oven to prevent the top from becoming too brown.
- To prevent soggy French toast, ensure you use large chunks of bread. If cutting the bread into cubes, 1 inch is recommended.
Momma loves coffee says
I love your easy and simple dishes there very easy to fallow and I love that ive made a few of Theese for the past 5 years and my family loves them!!
Jenn says
I LOVE your casseroles and this looks like another winner! Can't wait to try it!
Haley D. Williams says
This is the best breakfast! Love the maple syrup baked right into the casserole
Alison says
Just in time for Christmas morning! I love making a french toast bake for the family. It's special, yet easy to prepare the night before.
Jessica Formicola says
We will definitely be making this for Christmas morning! It looks delicious and so easy to make!