French Toast Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 loaf challah bread (about 1½ pounds, 1-2 days old), cut into 1-inch cubes
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5 large eggs
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1½ cups milk
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon sea salt
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Unsalted butter or coconut oil, for greasing the pan
→ Crunchy Topping
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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½ cup chopped pecans
→ For Serving
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Pure maple syrup
# Instructions:
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange the bread cubes evenly in the prepared dish.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Pour this custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes.
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Let the casserole stand for 30 minutes at room temperature so the bread can soak up all the custard. For best results, you can cover and refrigerate overnight.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F.
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Drizzle the melted butter over the soaked bread, then sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for 10-20 more minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
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Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes, covered loosely with foil. Serve warm with maple syrup.
# Notes:
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This cozy breakfast casserole combines the best of French toast in an easy-to-serve format. Perfect for holiday mornings or weekend brunches!
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Can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning.