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Overnight French Toast Bake

Irresistible Overnight French Toast Bake for Effortless Mornings

This Overnight French Toast Bake is a custardy masterpiece that simplifies breakfast preparation, making it perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 12 slices French Bread or Texas Toast Sturdy enough to soak up the custard
  • 8 large Eggs Room temperature, essential for custard
  • 2 cups Half and Half Adds creaminess, can substitute with whole milk
  • 0.5 cup Milk Whole or almond milk can be used
  • 3 tbsp Granulated Sugar Sweetens custard
  • 1.5 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon Divided, for topping
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg Divided, optional
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
For the Topping
  • 0.75 cup Butter Softened, for greasing
  • 1 tbsp Light Corn Syrup Can swap with maple syrup
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed, sweetener for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease a 9”x13” baking dish with softened butter. Slice French bread or Texas toast into 1-inch thick pieces and arrange in the dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard over the arranged bread slices and gently press down with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  4. The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the dish from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, light brown sugar, corn syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth.
  6. Spread the topping evenly across the bread in the baking dish and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden.
  7. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze unbaked for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before baking.

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