Description
Experience the delightful taste of Caramel Overnight French Toast Casserole, a soft and decadent breakfast dish that transforms your mornings into a celebration. This easy-to-make casserole features fluffy bread soaked in a rich egg mixture, complemented by a luscious caramel base. Simply assemble it the night before, and let it chill while you dream about the warm, sweet indulgence awaiting you. Ideal for family gatherings or leisurely brunches, this recipe serves eight and offers endless customization options with toppings like fresh fruits or maple syrup. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this comforting classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk (2% or whole)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 pound French bread (diced in 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes)
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until well mixed; scatter in the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs; whisk in milk, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and salt until fully blended.
- Add diced bread to egg mixture; toss gently until all pieces are well-coated.
- Transfer coated bread to the casserole dish; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and slightly browned on top.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra caramel sauce or maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg