Description
Overnight baked French toast is a delightful breakfast treat that combines fluffy bread with a rich custard infused with vanilla and cinnamon. Prepared the night before, this dish allows for a stress-free morning, perfect for holidays or leisurely weekends. Drizzle with maple syrup and add fresh fruit for an unforgettable brunch experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (for serving)
- Fresh berries or sliced bananas (optional)
Instructions
- Assemble all ingredients.
- Cut the bread into thick slices and arrange in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring even coverage.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg