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A golden brown French toast bake bubbling in a baking dish, topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar.

Easy and Indulgent French Toast Bake Recipe

This French Toast Bake is a cozy, crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole that brings all the flavors of classic French toast with none of the flipping! Made with thick-cut bread soaked in a rich custard, then baked until golden, it’s perfect for weekend brunches, holidays, or meal prep. Topped with a cinnamon-sugar crumble, every bite is warm, fluffy, and full of comfort.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole (about 12 servings)

Ingredients

For the French Toast Bake:

  • 1 loaf (about 14–16 oz) brioche or challah bread, cubed

  • 8 large eggs

  • 2 ½ cups whole milk (or half-and-half for a richer texture)

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

  • ¼ tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Crumble Topping:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Optional toppings:

  • Maple syrup

  • Powdered sugar

  • Fresh berries

Instructions

  • Prepare the bread: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add the cubed bread evenly into the dish.

  • Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.

  • Combine: Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes, pressing slightly to help the bread absorb the liquid. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

  • Preheat oven: When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Make the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.

  • Top and bake: Sprinkle the crumble over the soaked bread. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until golden and set in the center.

 

  • Serve: Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble topping.

  • Use day-old bread for the best texture.

 

  • This dish can be prepped the night before and baked fresh in the morning, making it perfect for entertaining or holidays.

  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of casserole)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg

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