Description
This Overnight French Toast Casserole with Cinnamon Streusel is a delightful blend of flavor and simplicity. Featuring chunks of hearty bread soaked in a creamy mixture, it’s perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings. Just prepare ahead, refrigerate, and bake in the morning for a warm, comforting dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound loaf of sourdough or french bread
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups (480ml) milk (whole or 2%)
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (104g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (36g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup (98g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (169g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (112g) butter (cut into pieces)
Instructions
- Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish and set aside.
- Cut the bread into 1-inch chunks and spread them evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, both sugars, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour this mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cover the casserole and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- For the streusel topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Add butter and cut into the dry mixture until it forms a crumble. Store this mixture in the fridge overnight if desired.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Crumble the streusel topping evenly over the casserole, covering as much as possible.
- Bake for 45 minutes to an hour. Adjust baking time for softer or firmer texture.
- Serve warm with syrup and your choice of toppings, such as powdered sugar or fresh fruit.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of orange or almond extract to the egg mixture.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent touch.
This casserole can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance, making it a perfect option for busy mornings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg