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Overnight French Toast

Irresistible Overnight French Toast Casserole for Easy Mornings

Enjoy this Overnight French Toast Casserole, a simple yet delicious way to start your mornings with minimal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 10 cups Cubed Bread Day-old bread absorbs the egg mixture better.
  • 8 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for the best custardy texture.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or 2% milk preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Table Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla preferred.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Feel free to adjust based on preference.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated nutmeg preferred.
For Optional Protein
  • 8 oz Bacon or Breakfast Sausage Adds heartiness.
For Topping
  • 0.25 cup Cinnamon Sugar Optional, for extra sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9" x 13" baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cubed bread by spreading it evenly on a baking sheet and allowing it to dry out at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Grease a baking pan and layer half of the toasted bread cubes, followed by bacon or sausage, then top with the remaining cubed bread.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the layered bread, pressing down to submerge the bread evenly.
  5. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least several hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top if desired and bake for 60 to 70 minutes.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize by adding your favorite ingredients to suit everyone's taste preferences. Consider fruit, nuts, or different spices for variety.

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