This Overnight French Toast Casserole is the perfect breakfast dish for a busy morning. Simply prep the night before and bake in the morning for a delicious and easy meal.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
50min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 12 slices bread
- 0.5 cups butter
- 6 eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups maple syrup
- 2 cups milk
- 0.5 cups sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 2
Arrange the bread slices in the baking dish in a single layer.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
Step 4
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, making sure all pieces are well-coated.
Step 5
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 7
Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes while the oven preheats.
Step 8
Drizzle the melted butter and maple syrup evenly over the bread.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Step 10
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!