This casserole version of French toast is easy enough for the kids to make! Assemble the night before, and pop it into the oven in the morning. The whole house will smell delightful. Serve with fresh fruit and/or maple syrup. Read more recipes from the Wildwood Family Cookbook here. Bon Appetit!
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The Rubin Family’s Easy Delicious French Toast
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
This casserole version of French toast is easy enough for the kids to make! Assemble the night before, and…
Ingredients
- 1 (16oz (450 g)) challah loaf (brioche also OK)
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp turbinado sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Oil or butter a 9×13-inch glass baking pan (use an 8×8 pan if using a smaller loaf).
- Tear bread into bite sized pieces and place in pan.
- Whisk together milk, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla, and brown sugar. Pour mixture over top of bread.
- Wait a few minutes to let liquid soak into bread, gently tossing bread around a little to soak evenly. Sprinkle top with a little Turbinado sugar.
- Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes, uncovered. The Bake will puff up once done.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare this French toast casserole in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the casserole the night before and bake it in the morning. This allows the bread to soak up the liquid mixture thoroughly.
What type of bread works best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using a challah loaf, but brioche is also a suitable alternative.
How should I serve this French toast casserole?
It is suggested to serve the casserole with fresh fruit and/or maple syrup for added flavor.
