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French Toast Bake

A delightful breakfast casserole that combines the warm, sweet goodness of traditional French toast with the convenience of a bake, perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf 1 loaf of bread (preferably day-old or thick-sliced) Day-old bread holds up beautifully, giving you that perfect texture.
  • 6 large 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings
  • maple syrup For drizzling.
  • powdered sugar For sprinkling.
  • fresh fruits Such as blueberries or strawberries.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut your loaf of bread into cubes and place them in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, making sure all pieces are well soaked. Gently mix to ensure each piece is coated.
  4. If time allows, cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for a richer flavor.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake uncovered for about 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Serving
  1. Top with your favorite fixings like maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruits.
  2. Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors!

Notes

Allowing the bread to soak in the egg mixture enhances flavor and creates that delicious custardy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze uncut for up to 2 months.