Description
Indulge in the rich and delightful Caramel Overnight French Toast Casserole, a perfect breakfast or brunch treat that combines sweet caramel with fluffy, tender bread. This easy-to-make casserole can be assembled the night before, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you enjoy a restful night’s sleep. Wake up to the enticing aroma of caramel and cinnamon filling your kitchen, and treat your family to a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. With options for customization, ranging from fresh fruits to crunchy nuts, this versatile recipe is sure to impress at any gathering or special occasion.
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 (to taste)
- 1 pound French bread (diced into cubes)
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until combined; scatter evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt until well blended.
- Add the diced French bread into the egg mixture and gently toss until all pieces are coated.
- Pour the mixture into the casserole dish, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove casserole from fridge while preheating.
- Bake for about 25–30 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned on top.
- Invert onto a serving platter, drizzle with extra caramel sauce if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 195mg