French Toast Casserole That Will Change Your Mornings Forever
A warm, fluffy, custard-soaked bread casserole topped with a sweet cinnamon streusel — perfect for making ahead so mornings are stress-free and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the casserole:
- 1 loaf (about 14–16 oz) day-old French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- For the streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and add bread cubes evenly across the bottom.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, gently pressing bread down so it soaks up the custard.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To make the streusel, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or fork until mixture is crumbly. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle streusel evenly over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until golden brown and set in the center.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Best made the night before for maximum flavor and convenience.
- Try using brioche or challah bread for an even richer casserole.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully in the oven or microwave.
