Prep Time: 30 mins | Cook Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins | Yield: 12 Servings
Easy and delicious, this French Toast Casserole is surely a must-try! Everyone is going to love it for sure! In just more than an hour, this delicious treat is ready to be devoured. Enjoy!
INGREDIENTS :
Casserole:
- 1/4 c maple syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 20 oz. sandwich bread
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 c pecans, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 large Eggs
- 2 c whole milk
Topping:
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 c light brown sugar
- 4 tbsp salted butter, sliced
DIRECTIONS :
- Apply cooking spray to the inside of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut the bread into small cubes about 1 inch each.
- Scatter the pecans to the bottom of the prepared baking dish followed by the bread cubes.
- Add nutmeg, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, cinnamon, and real maple syrup into a large mixing bowl. Whisk everything until well incorporated.
- Add the egg mixture on top of the bread cubes and spread it evenly. Make sure to cover them entirely.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic, then place it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 to 6 hours.
- Prepare the oven and preheat it to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, add cinnamon, butter, and brown sugar. Beat until well blended.
- Scatter the mixture on top of the casserole. Cover it with foil.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil cover and bake for 20 more minutes or until done.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature. Slice it into even servings.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes:
- Place any leftovers in an airtight container, then put them in the fridge.
- I highly suggest using real maple syrup for this recipe.
Nutrition Facts:
Serving: 1servings | Calories: 345 kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 527mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 369IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 3mg
EASY FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
Yield:
12
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
- Casserole:
- 1/4 c maple syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 20 oz. sandwich bread
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 c pecans, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 large Eggs
- 2 c whole milk
- Topping:
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 c light brown sugar
- 4 tbsp salted butter, sliced
Instructions
- Apply cooking spray to the inside of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut the bread into small cubes about 1 inch each.
- Scatter the pecans to the bottom of the prepared baking dish followed by the bread cubes.
- Add nutmeg, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, cinnamon, and real maple syrup into a large mixing bowl. Whisk everything until well incorporated.
- Add the egg mixture on top of the bread cubes and spread it evenly. Make sure to cover them entirely.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic, then place it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 to 6 hours.
- Prepare the oven and preheat it to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, add cinnamon, butter, and brown sugar. Beat until well blended.
- Scatter the mixture on top of the casserole. Cover it with foil.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil cover and bake for 20 more minutes or until done.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature. Slice it into even servings.
- Serve and enjoy!
