French Toast Casserole Recipe is a delicious overnight breakfast casserole. This recipe is simple enough for busy mornings but so delicious that you will want to serve it to guests.

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We just made this delicious overnight French toast casserole recipe the other day for “brinner” (breakfast for dinner) and I almost forgot how good it was. The entire family loved this quick and easy breakfast recipe.

French toast is a staple to make for the holidays, try my crock pot French toast too. Making the night make it so much to enjoy a warm breakfast with my family. It makes the perfect addition to your Easter Brunch.

What Is French Toast Casserole?

French toast casserole is all the flavor of classic French toast baked in one pan. Chunks of French bread soak in a simple mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt, then get a cinnamon-sugar topping.

You can refrigerate it overnight so the bread soaks up all that custard, then just bake it in the morning. It comes out golden on top and soft in the middle, kind of like bread pudding for breakfast.

Why You’ll Love This French Toast Casserole

  • Just 7 pantry staples – No brown sugar, heavy cream, maple syrup, or nuts needed.
  • About 10 minutes of prep – Cube the bread, whisk, pour, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Budget-friendly -The whole pan costs about $3, or about 52 cents a serving.
  • Everyone eats at the same time – No more cooking French toast in batches while it gets cold.
  • Great for day-old bread – Slightly stale bread actually works better here.

Ingredients

Ingredients needed for the recipe.
  • French bread: A sturdy loaf works best. Day-old is even better because it soaks up the custard without falling apart. A baguette works too; just use enough to equal one loaf.
  • Eggs: They hold everything together and give it that custardy middle.
  • Milk: Whole or 2% milk both work. You don’t need heavy cream, but you can swap in half and half for a richer casserole.
  • Sugar: Regular granulated sugar, divided between the custard and the topping. No brown sugar needed.
  • Cinnamon, vanilla, and salt: Simple pantry spices that make it taste like classic French toast.

Variation Ideas

  • Breads: Try Texas toast (my favorite!), sourdough, Italian bread, raisin bread, brioche, or challah.
  • Make it richer: Swap half the milk for heavy cream or half and half.
  • Brown sugar topping: Use brown sugar instead of white sugar in the cinnamon topping for a more caramel flavor.
  • Add-ins: Stir in raisins, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, or blueberries before it chills.
  • Savory version: Add diced ham and cheese, cooked sausage, or crumbled bacon.
  • Orange: Mix a little orange zest into the egg mixture.
  • Drizzles and frosting: Top with caramel, chocolate sauce, or vanilla buttercream frosting.

How to Make French Toast Casserole

Follow along with my simple instruction to learn how I make my amazing French toast casserole recipe.

Step 1 – Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Butter helps the bottom brown and release more easily.

A large bowl containing the bread chunks.

Step 2 – Cut the Bread: Cut the French bread into 1-inch chunks and spread them evenly in the pan.

Combining the ingredients for the mixture.

Step 3 – Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, 2 tablespoons of the sugar, salt, and vanilla until smooth.

Pouring the mixture into the bread.

Step 4 – Pour over bread – Pour egg mixture over bread cubes. Mix bread with egg mixture to coat. I find that it works best if I mix with my hands. This ensures that all the bread is coated.

Bread and the mixture combined together.

Step 5 – Mix sugar and cinnamon – In a small separate bowl mix together 2 Tablespoons of sugar and the ground cinnamon.

The bread topped with cinnamon.

Step 6 – Top on casserole – Sprinkle this mixture over the entire baking dish until it is gone.

Placing the finished product in refrigerator.

Step 7 – Chill Overnight: Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight. We love it best this way because the bread soaks up all the custard. In a hurry? Let it sit on the counter for about 30 minutes before baking so the bread has time to soak.

Step 8 – Bake: In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F. Take the casserole out of the fridge while the oven heats. Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is golden brown, the center is puffed and set, and a knife poked into the middle comes out without wet egg (160°F on an instant-read thermometer). If the top is browning too fast, loosely cover it with foil.

Step 8 – Rest and Serve: Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes so it’s easier to cut. Serve with syrup and your favorite toppings.

Recipe Tips

  • Use day-old bread. Fresh, soft bread can turn mushy. If your bread is fresh, cube it and let it sit out on the counter for a few hours (or overnight) to dry out a little.
  • Mix with your hands. It’s the easiest way to make sure every piece of bread gets coated.
  • Add butter for a richer top. Dot a few small pats of butter over the top before baking if you want it extra golden.
  • Don’t pull it too early. If the center still jiggles or looks wet, give it another 5 minutes.
  • Serve it warm. Drizzle with maple syrup or sprinkle with powdered sugar right before serving.
  • Feeding fewer people? Cooking for just a few people instead of a crowd? Make a batch of easy French toast sticks on the stovetop instead.

What is the Best Bread for French Toast?

When choosing the best bread for your overnight French Toast, you want to choose bread that is sturdy. Thinly sliced or really soft bread doesn’t hold and can fall a part when baking.

These are my favorites bread options.

  • French Bread
  • Sourdough Bread
  • Brioche Bread
  • Challah Bread
  • Pullman Loaf

Can you use sandwich bread? Yes! Regular sliced sandwich bread works in a pinch. Tear or cut it into chunks and let it sit out for a few hours first so it’s a little dry. It will bake up softer than French bread, so it’s a good option if your kids like their French toast extra soft.

French toast casserole on a white plate with a bowl of strawberries and blueberries

Serving Suggestion:

There are many food items that go great with this overnight French toast. Here are some of our favorites:

Add your Favorite Toppings

We love to add different toppings to this French toast bake.

  • Our homemade pancake syrup on top and then sprinkle powdered sugar is a family favorite.
  • Dried Cranberries
  • Sliced Almonds
  • Cinnamon and Sugar
  • Butter
  • Slice Apples
  • Blueberries
  • Pecans

The options are endless as to what to add.

A single serving of the French toast.

Can you Freeze Overnight French Toast?

  • Freeze before baking: Assemble the casserole, cover tightly with foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then bake at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes until golden and set in the center.
  • Freeze after baking: Let the baked casserole cool completely. Wrap the pan or individual pieces tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven or microwave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my French Toast Casserole Soggy?

You want the baked French toast casserole to be moist on the inside but have a drier crispier top. If you find that the inside of the French toast casserole is too soggy, try reducing the amount of milk or using a thicker more heartier style of bread.

How to Store Leftover French Toast Casserole

Store leftover French Toast Casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Why is my French toast casserole dry?

Usually the bread was very dry or the loaf was bigger than the recipe calls for, so there wasn’t enough custard to go around. Press the bread down into the egg mixture before chilling, and pull it from the oven as soon as the center is set.

Can I make French toast casserole the same morning?

Yes. Assemble it, let it sit on the counter for about 30 minutes so the bread soaks up the liquid, then bake as directed.

How to Store Leftover French Toast Casserole

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

How to Reheat French Toast

Microwave a single piece for 30 to 60 seconds. For a bigger batch, cover with foil and warm in a 350°F oven for about 10 to 15 minutes.

More Easy French Toast Recipes

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A close-up of a slice of Overnight French Toast Casserole on a white plate, with syrup being poured over it. In the background, there are bowls of fresh strawberries and blueberries.

French Toast Casserole Recipe

4.97 from 130 votes
Estimated Cost: $3.12, $0.52 per Serving
This Overnight French toast casserole recipe is easy to make and perfect when you have old or stale bread. This easy breakfast recipe also freezes great.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Breakfast
Calories 265
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Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French Bread
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 4 Tablespoons Sugar (divided)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

  • Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray or coat with melted butter. Cut the French bread into chunks and spread evenly in the pan.
  • In a bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, 2 Tablespoons sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Pour over the bread and mix to fully coat.
  • In a separate bowl, mix 2 Tablespoons sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight for best results (or bake immediately if needed).
  • Bake at 350°F for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown.

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Recipe Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.  
To freeze: cover with foil and freeze. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then bake at 350°F for 45–50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving 6g, Calories 265kcal, Carbohydrates 39g, Protein 11g, Fat 6g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 115mg, Sodium 459mg, Potassium 224mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 14g, Vitamin A 255IU, Calcium 167mg, Iron 2.5mg

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families — without the stress.

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  1. Mary Paisley says:

    Great recipe

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you, Mary. I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment.

  2. Diane West says:

    5 stars
    This looks so good. I cant wait to make this when my son comes home for Christmas!!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      What a wonderful breakfast to make when your son comes home for Christmas, Diane. I love recipes that let you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family. I hope you all enjoy it.

  3. Debbie A Lewandowski says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is what my mom would make every fall. She would save the ends of the bread and add cheese slices and raisins. She called it bread pudding but said it in Spanish.

  4. Janet Harrington says:

    Looks so delicious! Sounds like the perfect breakfast for our family on Christmas morning!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      This would be perfect for Christmas morning, Janet. I love having breakfast ready to go so we can spend more time enjoying the morning with family. I hope everyone loves it.

  5. Beth Shillabeer says:

    5 stars
    The minute I’ve read to my husband about this recipe will make it now I said it’s dinner time we’ll make it now well now I have to make it almost every morning anymore for breakfast he said we love it fabulous recipe thank you

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love that your husband enjoyed it so much he wants it for breakfast all the time, Beth! It’s always a win when you find a recipe the family keeps asking for. Thanks for sharing.

  6. Marie says:

    5 stars
    This was so good!! I love that you can put it together the night before and just bake it in the morning. Perfect for a weekend breakfast without having to stand there making french toast one piece at a time. My whole house smelled amazing!!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Marie. That’s exactly why I love this recipe. You can do the work the night before and enjoy an easy breakfast the next morning. And the smell while it’s baking is always a bonus!

  7. Lori Ramey says:

    I haven’t made this yet, but I’m so looking forward to it. It sounds absolutely amazing.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you love it, Lori. It’s such an easy breakfast to put together, especially when you’re feeding a crowd.

  8. Karen F Greer says:

    5 stars
    This is a winner! Very basic so easy to add to. I added chopped pecans and zest of an orange, and a topping of melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon. Delicious

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      That sounds absolutely delicious, Karen! I love the idea of adding orange zest and pecans. Thanks for sharing how you made it your own.

  9. Dana Hagerty says:

    Will be making this recipe this week, can’t wait to try it!!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Dana. It’s a great recipe to make ahead, and it makes breakfast so much easier the next morning.

  10. Craig Hopper says:

    Grand kids are going to love these

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope your grandkids love it, Craig. It’s always nice to have a breakfast recipe that everyone can enjoy together.

  11. Theresa A Smith says:

    5 stars
    I cannot wait to try this on Christmas Eve morning….Perhaps even at night for a fancy dessert…lol…Your recipes are always delicious and well put together…Thank you for sharing….Happy Holidays to you and your family….

  12. Beth says:

    5 stars
    Easy to make and very tasty

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Beth. I love recipes that are simple to make but still taste delicious. Thanks for sharing.

  13. Cheryl says:

    I love French toast, and what a treat for breakfast, and a night before fix. i am going to try this for Christmas morning.

  14. Angie says:

    This would be great for Christmas morning, can’t wait try I love all your recipes so far.!

  15. Linda says:

    5 stars
    Great recipe for holiday mornings!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I agree, Linda. I love having an easy breakfast ready for holiday mornings so I can spend more time with family instead of cooking.

  16. Amy Gaines says:

    Thos sounds delicious n easy to make

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you, Amy. It’s such a simple recipe, especially when you need to feed several people. I hope you give it a try!

  17. S Lewis says:

    5 stars
    I made this Friday night because our boys were coming home, and I wanted to make a quick and easy delicious breakfast that I could prepare ahead of time and throw it in the oven in the morning so we could spend more family time together. This is FRENCHTASTIC!!!!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love hearing this! Having breakfast ready to go so you can spend more time with family is exactly why I love recipes like this. I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it.

  18. Naomi Shelton says:

    5 stars
    Love this recipe!! It was so delicious!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you loved it, Naomi. Thanks for trying the recipe and taking the time to share.

  19. Marlene says:

    5 stars
    I can not wait to try this recipe, it sounds so good.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Marlene. It’s such an easy breakfast to make, especially when you’re feeding the whole family.

  20. Joseph Greene says:

    5 stars
    Awesome for family! We made it for Labor Day and it was gone in a flash! Coming with us to the ski cabin for New Year’s Day too!

  21. Julie Castner says:

    Looks delicious!! I’ll have to give this a try over Thanksgiving when the family is here!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      This would be perfect for Thanksgiving morning, Julie. I love having an easy breakfast ready when there’s already so much cooking to do. I hope your family enjoys it!

  22. Sue says:

    I cannot wait to try this! Going to the store now to get the needed ingredients. ??????

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love that you’re making a trip to the store for this, Sue! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. Let me know how it turns out.

  23. Jen L says:

    I cannot wait to try this!!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Jen. It’s one of those recipes that’s perfect for a weekend breakfast or when you have family visiting.

  24. Gay says:

    I have made this before and it’s always delicious, will be making it again on Christmas morning!

  25. Lori says:

    5 stars
    This will be a great recipe to share with the family. A Christmas morning. I usually do breakfast pizza but, french toast casserole is going to be served!

  26. Bridget Hopkins says:

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious! I do add pecans to mine.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Bridget. Adding pecans sounds delicious and would give it a nice little crunch. Thanks for sharing your idea!

  27. Drina says:

    Great recipe! Been making this for years; the only variation I sometimes do, is instead of just cinnamon sugar I change the cinnamon to apple pie spice and sugar instead. Just a different depth of flaver.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love that idea, Drina! Apple pie spice sounds like a delicious way to change up the flavor. Thanks for sharing that tip with everyone.

  28. Trudy Castrogiovanni says:

    I definitely want to try this. I love French toast. A casserole would feed several people without having to make several sets of bread.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Exactly, Trudy! That’s why I love making French toast casserole when feeding a crowd. It’s so much easier than standing at the stove making individual pieces.

  29. Joan Rady says:

    This was great. Great flavor also.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Joan. Thanks for taking the time to let me know how it turned out.

  30. Kara McClain says:

    This would be prefect for when guests come. I need to try!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      This is a great recipe to make when you have guests, Kara. I love that you can get it ready ahead of time and spend less time in the kitchen.

  31. Debe says:

    5 stars
    Definitely making for Thansgiving Brunch. I want you use Texas Toast!

    Oui Oui!

  32. Ann G says:

    Our family favorite—prep tonight, bake tomorrow!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      That’s exactly why I love this recipe. Having everything ready the night before makes breakfast the next morning so much easier.

  33. Colleen says:

    5 stars
    This one is a favorite at our house. On rotation for Sunday mornings before we head out for football games.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad these are a favorite at your house! We love making them for a special breakfast too.

  34. Fran Rainwater says:

    5 stars
    One of my favorite holiday recipes
    So good, so easy and my grands love it??

  35. JOSEPHINE BOYER says:

    5 stars
    I make this on Christmas morning, so good !

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      What a great Christmas morning tradition! I love recipes that make holiday mornings a little easier.

  36. Pat Johnsen says:

    5 stars
    French toast is always a favorite and this recipe makes it sound even better!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      French toast is always a hit at our house too! This casserole is such an easy way to make it for the whole family.

  37. Cortny M says:

    Perfect for Christmas morning!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      It’s such a good choice for Christmas morning! I love being able to serve something special without spending all morning in the kitchen.

  38. CJ says:

    This is what I make on holidays so we have a quick no fuss breakfast.

  39. Becky Lawson says:

    Love a good breakfast casserole!

  40. Sandy says:

    This is so good! We had crumbled up cooked breakfast sausage to ours.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Sandy! Adding crumbled breakfast sausage sounds like a great way to make it even heartier. Thanks for sharing that idea!

  41. Pam Weber says:

    My family loves this recipe!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love hearing that, Pam. It’s always a win when you find a recipe the whole family enjoys. Thanks for sharing!

  42. Linda Burton says:

    Awesome and will make this Christmas Eve night. I canned jalapeño syrup this year and it just might pair well with the sweet.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      That sounds like such a fun combination, Linda. I hope you love it for Christmas Eve!

  43. Pamela Jones says:

    I cannot wait to try this recipe for French Toast Casserole.

  44. Jodi says:

    This looks really good! I have printed it out to make over the holidays!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Jodi. This is such a great recipe for the holidays, especially when you want an easy breakfast for the family.

  45. Cyndi Jones says:

    5 stars
    This looks great! I’m going to try it with nutmeg since my husband is allergic to cinnamon. I will let you know how it goes!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I think nutmeg would be a great substitute, Cyndi. The flavor will be a little different, but it should still be delicious. I’d love to hear how it turns out!

  46. Liz says:

    This looks so good. I LOVE French Toast, so will probably try this

  47. Diane Schall says:

    5 stars
    I’m going to try this French Toast casserole for Thanksgiving morning. I love recipes that I can make the night before and stick in the fridge or leave on the counter and then just bake in the morning. And all the kids are always here so they’re gonna love this.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love that you’re planning to make this for Thanksgiving morning, Diane. Having breakfast ready to go makes the holidays so much easier, especially with kids in the house. Hope everyone enjoys it!

  48. Christine French says:

    My family is going to love this one – can’t wait to try it!

  49. Gary D Ray says:

    The French toast casserole sounds great gonna make it for breakfast tomorrow

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Gary. It’s such an easy way to make a delicious breakfast without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

  50. Mary Michelle Crokenower says:

    5 stars
    OMG my absolute favorite breakfast!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I love hearing that, Mary! It’s one of my favorite breakfasts to make for the family too.

  51. Tess Schmigiel says:

    5 stars
    Delicious and so easy!! TY

  52. Andrea D. says:

    Looks delicious! Can’t wait to make it!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you love it, Andrea. It’s such an easy breakfast to make, especially when you’re feeding the whole family.

  53. Linda Frazier says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is delicious! I let it sit overnight and put a little butter on top while cooking and a little more cinnamon sugar too. It was so good, I highly recommend this one and so easy to add your favorites!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      That extra butter and cinnamon sugar sounds delicious, Linda! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing how you made it your own!

  54. Dianne says:

    I’ve made this a few times and it is absolutely delicious. Thank you for the

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      You’re so welcome, Dianne! I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed it enough to make it again. Thank you for taking the time to let me know!

  55. Julie says:

    Thankful for this yummy French Toast Casserole. I’ve only had it once but it was a nice treat.
    My last comment was having a question mark, by mistake, but I’m still glad I’m a part of this community so didn’t want to put that in there 🙂

  56. Julie says:

    Thanks for the recipe ?

  57. Sue says:

    This looks do delicious and easy to make. I printed the recipe and will be making it this weekend. I think blueberries or raisins would be a great add in.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you, Sue! Blueberries or raisins sound like delicious additions. Let me know how it turns out this weekend!

  58. Jennifer Pugh says:

    This looks delicious! I’ve made french toast casseroles before but nothing that looks this easy. Plan to try the next time all the kids & grandkids are over for brunch.

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Jennifer – Thanks so much! I hope all the kiddos love it!

  59. Lisa K Hagans says:

    Sounds wonderful, I am excited to try this!

  60. Amy says:

    I cannot wait to try and make this when my grandkids spend the night!!!

  61. Mary Lou says:

    Easy and so tasty Mary

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Mary – Wahoo! I’m so glad!

  62. Karen Adams says:

    5 stars
    Great for home daycare breakfast! It counts as a “grain” for the bread, and put some fresh fruit on the side and a cup of milk, and there’s a food program compliant breakfast that’s easy and most importantly, delicious!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Karen – That’s great! I’m so happy it works for a daycare breakfast!

  63. Kristen N Mott says:

    5 stars
    Always a fave for “brinner”. ?

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Kristen – We love brinner too! So glad to hear you love it too.

  64. connie johns says:

    Since my husband loved the last recipe I’ve started showing him your recipes. This is on my list! Can’t wait to try it!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Connie – I love hearing you have a list to try! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment.

  65. Melissa says:

    5 stars
    This is a quick and delicious breakfast. I work in a group home and we make this for the individuals and they love it.

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Melissa – I’m so glad it works in a group home and everyone loves it. I really appreciate your comment!

  66. Jan Fulkerson says:

    Fabulous idea! I added hemp hearts and used lactose-free milk with protein for my needs. Thank you!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Jan – I’m so glad you were able to make it work for your needs. Thanks for sharing.

  67. Tara says:

    I absolutely love French toast so this will be a hit in my family

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Tara – Thank you! So glad you plan to try making it for your family.

  68. Becky Dennis says:

    I am trying this on fall break!! I already have some old French bread that I planned to make French toast with but this even better!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Becky – That’s a great idea. Thanks for letting us know!

  69. Kathi says:

    Easy Christmas morning breakfast!!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Kathi – That’s great! I love that you will be making this for Christmas morning.

  70. Jessica Bay says:

    Trying this! I usually stay away from overnight bakes but this looks like it’s worth the fridge space 😉

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Jessica – I’m so glad you are going to try it. Hope you love. Let us know once you finish making it!

  71. Christi D Rhodes says:

    I think my kids would like this

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Christi – Hope everyone enjoys! Thanks for leaving a comment.

  72. Becky Lawson says:

    this looks so good, but I’d add more cinnamon!

  73. CJ says:

    Perfect idea when he grandkids come for the weekend. No one will have to wait, they can all sit down and have breakfast together.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      That’s exactly what I love about it—everyone gets to eat together! I hope you and your grandkids enjoy a wonderful breakfast.

  74. Kimberly L says:

    I will give this a try. I think my grandkids will love it!

  75. Amy says:

    5 stars
    I am so excited to try this one out!!!!

  76. Holly K says:

    5 stars
    I have made this, it is excellent!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much, Holly! I’m happy you enjoyed it, and I appreciate your review!

  77. Judy Day says:

    5 stars
    Love Love this recipe thank you for sharing.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you so much, Judy! I’m so happy you love it, and I appreciate your sweet review!

  78. Judy Day says:

    5 stars
    Made this for a brunch my daughter loved it so much(she is one of those picky ones real picky) and she had seconds now my granddaughter loves pancakes(no syrup ever) she had seconds and thirds with syrup she was in love(another real picky eater just like mom) now she says grandma please make it again.So thank you so much for this recipe.PS,This is the first time my granddaughter has ate french toast and syrup.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      This made my day, Judy! Winning over two picky eaters—and having your granddaughter ask for it again—is such a compliment. Thank you for sharing this sweet story!

  79. Mrs.O'Grady says:

    5 stars
    I’m totally going to save this and make it next weekend! Thank you for sharing all your amazing recipes!??

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      You’re so welcome! Thank you for your kind words. I hope you love it next weekend!

  80. Jenny London says:

    5 stars
    Christmas morning delight!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you, Jenny! I love that it’s part of your Christmas morning. Such a delicious way to celebrate!

  81. Connie Hill says:

    I’m going to make this over the weekends. Sounds delicious

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you enjoy it, Connie! Let me know how it turns out when you give it a try!

  82. Jody says:

    5 stars
    This looks so yummy! Going to try it over the weekend and see what the family thinks. Thank you for sharing.

  83. Sandra Colvert says:

    Sounds amazing. Will definitely be making this.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Thank you, Sandra! I hope you love it. Come back and let me know what you think!

  84. Carol says:

    5 stars
    Haven’t made this yet but the ingredients sound delicious

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope you get a chance to try it soon, Carol! Thank you for taking a look and leaving a kind comment!

  85. Sandra Raper says:

    I love French toast so I can’t wait to try this!!

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      I hope this becomes a new favorite, Sandra! Let me know what you think when you make it!

  86. Megan says:

    Does it matter what kind of French bread? My local supermarkets only carry baguettes.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      Baguettes will work great! You may need more than one depending on their size—just use enough to equal the amount of bread listed in the recipe.

  87. Renee Moberly says:

    5 stars
    So easy & we all love it

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Renee – Thank you so much! I’m so glad everyone loved it.

  88. Teresa m says:

    I just put it in the fridge. I can’t wait to eat it!

    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Teresa – I am so glad you are going to try it! Let me know how it turns out.

    2. Carrie Barnard says:

      Woohoo! I hope you and your family enjoy it as much as mine does!

  89. Patty says:

    still looking for answer to how much cinnamon….. 1 teaspoon or 1 TBS?
    Also, why does it need to cook so long? seems heated up much sooner than 50 minutes.

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      So sorry for the confusion. It’s one teaspoon of cinnamon. I have fixed that error in the recipe card and I like to cook the casserole that long so that it’s not soggy and the eggs are all the way cooked through.

  90. Sandi Shields says:

    Can I use a Teflon pan? My glass one is too small ? Would I put parchment paper in the pan?

    1. Carrie Barnard says:

      As long as the pan is oven safe and the correct size it should work for this recipe. I would use parchment paper or a non-stick cooking spray on the pan for easy clean up.

  91. Apryl says:

    5 stars
    It was a delicious breakfast. I ended up making a double recipe, I have four kids. I put frozen peaches and I used a tablespoon of cinnamon. It was a big hit with the kids and my husband loved it!!

  92. TJ Andrezze says:

    5 stars
    I just love watching and learning all your cooking techniques and tricks.
    Happy holidays!

  93. Sue says:

    Was delicious, I also used cinnamon raisen bread and diced ham. Recieved many compliments

  94. phoebe says:

    5 stars
    one of the best ways make a family have brunch delicious together.

  95. lewis Crow says:

    Hi, could I make this in my enameled dutch oven.

    1. Carrie says:

      Yes, I think that would work great.

  96. Stephanie says:

    5 stars
    My kids love French toast and they loved this. I love how easy it is to make and with 3 children running around it is great. Makes a quick breakfast for all those busy mornings.

  97. Debbie says:

    Good Morning! Merry Christmas! We just finished the casserole and just wow!
    I kinda tweaked a little. I used 1cup heavy cream (had to use it up). Then when it came out of the oven I dolloped honey butter over the top and then crumbled bacon.
    Loved it

  98. Lisa says:

    I’ve made this recipe several times and I use 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

  99. Angie says:

    Just picked up some dinner rolls on grocery yesterday for a .25 a pack! Think I’ll try this with them

    1. Carrie says:

      Oh wow! That’s a great deal! I hope you enjoy this recipe with them!

  100. Mary Place says:

    Is the cinnamon and sugar topping 1 tablespoon or 1 tewaspoon each? The directions contradict.Making it tonight! Mary

  101. Kc says:

    I make this during the holidays using sweet Hawaiian bread & egg nog. It’s delish!

  102. Paula says:

    I want to make this! Could you clarify the amount of cinnamon in this recipe. The ingredients list says 1 tsp. But the directions say 1 T. Thanks.

  103. Jennifer says:

    In the instructions it says 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and above in the ingredients it says 1 teaspoon… i was just assembling with the instructions so we will be blasted with cinnamon in the morning

  104. Jana says:

    The ingredients state 1 TEAspoon of cinnamon but the recipe states 1 TABLEspoon. Which amount should be used in this recipe?

  105. Trudy says:

    I made this last night and let it sit in fridge overnight. When I put in the oven this morning I took off the foil. It was a little dry when done cooking. Should I have baked it with the foil on? Other then being a little dry it was delicious.

    1. Carrie says:

      I usually do not but you could to keep some of the moisture in.

  106. Becky says:

    From frozen, do I bake covered or uncovered?

    1. Carrie says:

      I would allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then cover for the first 30 minutes of the cook time with foil. Thank you!

  107. Mary says:

    Can this be refrigerated for 2 nights?

    1. Carrie says:

      Yes, I think that would be fine.

  108. Janet Willis says:

    5 stars
    Is there a way to make this in the CrockPot or Slowcooker? I am thinking putting it on before bed and have it for breakfast when we all get up.

    1. Carrie says:

      Janet – I have never made it in the crock pot before. We do have a post for crock pot cinnamon rolls that are amazing! I usually bake this one in the morning. I hope you enjoy it 🙂

  109. Marissa says:

    So any suggestions on how to add the pumpkin purée? Do you think I need to lessen the milk?

  110. Marissa says:

    5 stars
    I made this the other day for my family and everyone (including me) gobbled it up super fast! So yummy! Now I’m getting ready to make some for the freezer of a friend about to have a baby. I also just happened to open a can of pumpkin purée this morning for some pumpkin muffins. So my question is, if I want to add pumpkin to this recipe how should I go about it? Reduce the milk maybe? Or would that not matter? Thanks fur this recipe and any suggestions you may have!

    1. Carrie says:

      I’m so glad you loved it Marissa!

  111. Kayestes says:

    5 stars
    Made your recipe this morning and before we finished breakfast
    My husband said “This is a keeper.” This has that original french toast
    flavor and thats just what I wanted. Having some in the freezer makes it
    a good option for a yummy warn meal for your family. Thank you!

    1. Carrie says:

      Woohoo! I love it.

  112. Shannon says:

    Can you make it and put it in the fridge overnight?

    1. Carrie says:

      Yes, definitely.

  113. Kim says:

    Did you cook it before you froze it or just make it and freeze it?

    1. Carrie says:

      Kim, I just put it together and then froze it. I let it thaw overnight and then baked it.

  114. Melody says:

    Hi! I found this recipe on Pinterest and am making some freezer meals since I’m late in my pregnancy. When I bake this, do I take the foil off and bake uncovered or leave it on? Also, the recipe list says to use one TEAspoon of cinnamon but then in the recipe itself, it says to use one TABLEspoon. Is it teaspoon? That’s what I used 🙂 Thanks!

    1. Carrie says:

      Sorry Melody, I’ll fix it. Thanks!

  115. Minnie@thelady8home says:

    This sounds Fabulous!!! LOVED it. And liked the adding of butter part. Even I was thinking of the drying out part.