OVERNIGHT FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
This Overnight French Toast Casserole is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast. Made with thick bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard, it’s baked until golden and topped with a sweet, buttery streusel—perfect for holidays and brunches.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
- 1 loaf French bread cubed (about 10 cups)
- 8 large eggs
- 2½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Streusel Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
Instructions
Assemble Casserole:
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add cubed bread in an even layer. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Pour over the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Make Streusel:
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Refrigerate until ready to bake.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle streusel evenly over the casserole. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and set.
Notes
Make Ahead Tip:
Perfect for prepping the night before and baking fresh in the morning. Serving Ideas:
Top with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Storage:
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warm.
Perfect for prepping the night before and baking fresh in the morning. Serving Ideas:
Top with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Storage:
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warm.