{"id":28327,"date":"2023-01-12T12:14:48","date_gmt":"2023-01-12T06:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=28327"},"modified":"2024-08-30T23:46:57","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T18:16:57","slug":"the-best-french-toast-casserole-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/the-best-french-toast-casserole-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best French Toast Casserole Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The best French toast casserole<\/strong> has crispy pieces of bread peeking over and in between pillowy custard bites fragrant with cinnamon and orange zest that give way to nutty, crunchy crumble. An easy <\/strong>breakfast casserole to make ahead, it\u2019ll become your go-to recipe for French toast bake for its sheer simplicity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019re big fans of French toast<\/a> (and waffles and pancakes) for breakfast in my home, and this recipe for French toast casserole is a fun and convenient<\/strong> take on the classic. Instead of frying, you just bake, which is why many call it French toast bake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crisp and puffed up fresh out of the oven, top it with icing sugar and some berries, and it transforms into a breakfast bake that just <\/em>falls short of crossing that sinful Rubicon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you love breakfast casseroles like this one, you must try this savory veggie-loaded casserole<\/a> too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why we love the French toast casserole recipe <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Super-easy one-pan meal with minimal clean-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtually all the prep can be done ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winning recipe when there\u2019s a crowd for breakfast or brunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make French toast casserole?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1<\/strong>: Using a sharp knife, cube your bread and place the pieces in a baking tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Whisk milk and eggs with vanilla, cinnamon powder, a pinch of salt, brown sugar for sweetness, and orange zest for a surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Pour the custard over the chopped bread, making sure all the pieces are well coated, and let it sit (either for an hour or overnight).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Meanwhile, make the crumble topping for the casserole French toast by mixing softened butter with all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and chopped walnuts and pecans till you have moist clumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5<\/strong>: Spread the crumble evenly on top of the French toast casserole and bake for 40 to 50 minutes in a preheated oven until the custard is puffy, and the crust is golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final step:<\/strong> Let the baked French toast casserole sit for a couple of minutes and then serve!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n