Description
This dish features bread soaked in egg custard and baked until golden.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread cut into cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Place bread cubes in the dish.
- Whisk eggs milk cream white sugar and vanilla in a bowl.
- Pour the liquid over the bread.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for 8 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Mix melted butter brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the mixture over the soaked bread.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the top is crispy.
Notes
- Use thick bread to prevent sogginess.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Reheat portions in the oven to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
Keywords: French Toast, Casserole, Breakfast, Brunch, Overnight Recipe