The easiest French toast casserole is a simple “mix, soak, bake” breakfast made with cubed bread, eggs, milk, a little sugar, and warm spices. You toss everything into one baking dish, let the bread absorb the custard (even just 15–30 minutes), then bake until puffed and golden. It’s low-effort, forgiving, and perfect when you want something cozy without standing at the stove flipping slices.
Ingredients: 1 loaf day-old French bread or brioche (cubed), 8 large eggs, 2 cups milk (or half milk/half cream), 1/3 cup sugar (brown or white), 1 tablespoon vanilla, 1–2 teaspoons cinnamon, pinch of salt, 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for the dish). Optional: a handful of berries, chopped pecans, or mini chocolate chips.
Steps: Butter a 9×13 baking dish and add bread cubes. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter. Pour evenly over bread, gently press down, and rest 15–30 minutes (or cover and refrigerate overnight). Bake at 350°F for about 35–45 minutes, until the center is set and the top is browned. Let it sit 5–10 minutes before slicing.
There’s no stovetop work, no complicated topping required, and the bake time is flexible—if the top browns fast, loosely cover with foil. Day-old bread helps it hold shape, but fresh bread still works if you give it a little more soak time.
Keep it simple with powdered sugar and maple syrup, or add a spoonful of yogurt and fruit. For extra richness, drizzle with a quick glaze made from powdered sugar and a splash of milk.
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Yes—assemble it, cover, and refrigerate overnight so the bread fully absorbs the custard. Bake it in the morning and add a few extra minutes if it’s going into the oven cold.
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