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In the realm of breakfast delights, Overnight French Toast Casserole stands out as a crowd-pleaser, merging the comforting flavors of traditional French toast with the convenience of a make-ahead dish. Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of cinnamon and vanilla wafting through your kitchen, with a warm, gooey casserole beckoning from the oven. This recipe is perfect for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or holiday celebrations, allowing you to savor the rich, custardy goodness of challah or brioche bread without the fuss of cooking each slice individually.

Overnight French Toast Casserole

Get ready to indulge in the most delightful Overnight French Toast Casserole! This easy recipe features cubed challah or brioche bread soaked in a creamy custard of eggs, milk, and vanilla, with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg. Prepare it the night before, let it chill, and simply bake in the morning for a golden, fluffy breakfast. Serve it warm with maple syrup and fresh berries for a delicious start to your day. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts!
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Ingredients
  

1 loaf of challah or brioche bread, cubed

8 large eggs

2 cups milk (preferably whole or 2%)

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup maple syrup (for serving)

1 cup mixed berries (optional, for serving)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed challah or brioche bread with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg. This helps to coat the bread with additional flavor.

    Mix the Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and slightly frothy.

      Combine: Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread, ensuring that all pieces are saturated. Gently fold the mixture to evenly distribute the custard.

        Overnight Chill: Cover the mixture with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours). This allows the bread to absorb all the flavors and become perfectly soft.

          Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the casserole from the fridge, uncover, and let it sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.

            Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

              Serve: Once baked, let it cool for about 5-10 minutes. Slice into squares and serve warm drizzled with maple syrup and topped with berries if desired.

                Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 9 hours (including overnight chilling) | Servings: 8-10