Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast experience with our Caramel Overnight French Toast Casserole! This soft and tender dish is drizzled with rich caramel sauce, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy weekend brunches, this casserole can be prepared the night before, allowing you to enjoy a stress-free morning. With a delightful blend of spices and sweetness, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Simply bake it in the morning, serve warm, and watch as your family and friends savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 pound French bread (diced in 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes)
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until it resembles wet sand. Scatter this mixture in the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs and add milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Whisk until fully combined.
- Add diced French bread to the egg mixture and gently toss using a spatula until all pieces are coated.
- Pour the mixture into the casserole dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned on top.
- Carefully invert onto a serving platter immediately after baking and drizzle with caramel sauce or maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Americana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg