Description
A warm and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of French toast in a convenient casserole form, perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh fruits (for topping, e.g., berries, bananas)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish lightly with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut the bread into cubes, about one inch in size, and place them evenly in the baking dish.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, gently pressing them down.
- Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Top with fresh fruits just before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use stale bread and allow it to soak for an extended period. Customize toppings based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg