Baked French Toast
This Baked French Toast is a rich, custardy breakfast casserole with golden, buttery bread baked in a sweet brown sugar glaze. Prepare it the night before for an easy, crowd-pleasing brunch or holiday breakfast!
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 1 1-pound loaf French bread, cut diagonally into 1-inch slices
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 ½ cups half-and-half cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Syrup Topping
- ¾ cup butter
- 1 ⅓ cups brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
Instructions
- Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish and arrange bread slices in the bottom.
- In a large bowl, beat together eggs, milk, half-and-half, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour over bread and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan until bubbling.
- Pour syrup over the bread mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.
- Serve warm with fresh berries and syrup.
Notes
- Bread Tip: Use day-old or slightly stale French bread to help absorb the custard.
- Make Ahead: Best when soaked overnight, but a 2-hour soak can work in a pinch.
- Add-ins: Try adding sliced bananas, chopped pecans, or a pinch of nutmeg for variety.
- Serving Suggestion: Top with maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar for extra indulgence.