Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Caramel Overnight French Toast Casserole, a decadent breakfast treat that will make mornings special. This easy-to-prepare dish can be assembled the night before and baked to perfection the next morning, allowing you to wake up to an enticing aroma. With its luscious caramel flavor, warm spices, and soft bread texture, it’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekend brunches. Top it off with extra caramel sauce or fresh fruits for an added touch of sweetness and color.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk (2% or whole)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
- 1 pound French bread (diced into cubes)
- Optional: caramel or salted caramel sauce, maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until sandy in texture; spread this mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
- Add diced bread to the egg mixture, gently tossing until coated. Pour into the casserole dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered for about 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Invert onto a serving platter and drizzle with additional caramel or maple syrup before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 210mg