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Cozy French Toast Casserole Easy Overnight Maple Cinnamon Recipe

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A comforting and easy-to-make French toast casserole soaked overnight in a maple cinnamon custard, perfect for busy mornings or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf day-old bread (about 12 cups cubed), preferably brioche or challah
  • 8 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml), or almond/oat milk for dairy-free option
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (80 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for greasing the baking dish
  • Optional toppings: chopped pecans or walnuts, fresh berries, powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Cube the bread into roughly 1-inch cubes. If bread is fresh, lightly toast cubes to dry them out.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and lightly frothy.
  3. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Pour the custard over the bread cubes and gently press down to soak evenly.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight for 8-12 hours.
  5. Remove casserole from fridge and let sit at room temperature while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and custard is set. Test doneness with a knife or toothpick.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle chopped nuts or brown sugar crumble on top 10 minutes before baking for extra crunch.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best texture. Toast fresh bread cubes if needed. Do not skip the overnight soak for custardy texture. Room temperature eggs and milk help custard bake evenly. Start checking bake time at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking. Optional toppings like nuts or powdered sugar add texture and flavor.

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Keywords: French toast casserole, overnight casserole, maple cinnamon, easy breakfast, comfort food, brunch recipe

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