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Overnight French Toast Casserole

Instead of flipping French toast two pieces at a time, try this overnight French toast casserole--prepare it at night and just wake up and pop it in the oven in the morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sticks butter melted
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 12 cups cubed brioche or challah about 1 loaf
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Grease an 11×15-inch baking dish. Pour the melted butter over the bottom.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the butter layer.
  4. Arrange cubed brioche in a single layer atop the sugar mixture, pressing lightly.
  5. Pour the egg-milk mixture over the bread, ensuring each cube is coated. Gently press down so bread soaks up custard.
  6. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
  7. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove cover.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  9. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh fruit, a dusting of powdered sugar, or extra maple syrup.
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