Baked French Toast

Baked French Toast
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    9 hrs
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    4.9K

Wake up to pure indulgence with this make-ahead Baked French Toast! Golden, custardy, and utterly irresistible, it's the perfect centerpiece for brunch, holidays, or any special occasion. Prepare it the night before, and let the oven work its magic in the morning.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    44 g
  • Cholesterol
    169 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    408 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Generously butter a 9x13-inch baking dish; arrange bread slices in a single layer on the bottom. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, half-and-half, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring they are all soaked. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 8 hours). (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins The next morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins While the oven is preheating, combine the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbling slightly. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Carefully pour the butter mixture evenly over the bread and egg mixture. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 40 mins Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. (40 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Let the baked French toast cool slightly before slicing and serving. Serve warm with fresh berries, maple syrup, whipped cream, or any desired toppings. (5 minutes)

For an extra nutty flavor, sprinkle the top with chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
If you don't have half-and-half, you can substitute with equal parts milk and heavy cream.
To make ahead, assemble the French toast as directed and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 1.6K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Margret Reichert

    This recipe is a lifesaver for holiday mornings! It's so easy to prepare the night before, and everyone always raves about it.

  • Lexus Tillman

    I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure!

  • Destiny Beahan

    I substituted brioche for the French bread, and it was even better!

  • Cynthia Dicki

    I added a splash of bourbon to the custard mixture, and it was amazing!

  • Earnest Little

    The brown sugar topping makes this French toast incredibly decadent. My kids absolutely love it!

  • Fabiola Walsh

    Make sure to really soak the bread in the egg mixture. It makes all the difference.

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