Overnight French Toast Recipe

Published on December 8, 2023

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Whip up this amazing Overnight French Toast Recipe and all you have to do in the morning is bake and enjoy. It is that easy. Try this recipe for busy school mornings, holidays and more.

Slice of French Bread on a plate topped with powdered sugar and fresh berries

Making French Toast is one of my favorite breakfast recipes. It is the perfect Christmas Morning breakfast and perfect to make ahead of time. The combination of the cinnamon, heavy cream and brown sugar makes this overnight French toast casserole a family favorite.

If you love making French Toast as much as we do, make this Cinnamon French Toast or this Banana Bread French Toast Recipe.

Why We Love This Recipe:
Ingredients
Variations Ideas:
Step by Step Instructions:
Expert Tips:
Serving Suggestions:
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Overnight French Toast Recipe

Why We Love This Recipe:

This French Toast is loaded with flavor and is easy to make. Take you classic stovetop French Toast to the next level with this casserole recipe.

You can make with a variety of breads and your favorite toppings. Serve with your favorite breakfast sides dishes for a complete meal idea.

Ingredients

French bread, cut into 1 inch thick slices
Large Eggs
Heavy Cream
Milk
Brown Sugar
Vanilla Extract
Cinnamon

For Serving

Powdered sugar, optional
Maple syrup, optional
Fresh fruit

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Variations Ideas:

Change Bread – Try using other types of bread. Some ideas include: Brioche, Challah, raisin bread, French bread, Italian bread, Texas toast, sourdough bread and more. French Toast bake with Texas toast is a favorite.
Additions – Add raisins, pecans, almonds to the french toast mixture.
Toppings – Drizzle the French Toast with caramel. Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is amazing on this french toast casserole or cream cheese drizzle and more brown sugar cinnamon.
Change Milk – Feel free to make this dairy free milk such as almond milk or coconut milk.

Step by Step Instructions:

Step 1 – First, coat a 13×9 baking dish with softened butter. Slice the French bread and arrange in baking dish in two rows. It is okay if you have to overlap the bread.

Step 2 – In a large bowl, beat the eggs and milk.

Mixing in the heave cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract and cinnamon

Step 3 – Whisk in the heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and cinnamon.

Pouring the milk mixture over the slice bread

Step 4 – Pour milk mixture over bread slices, pressing down lightly to be sure the egg mixture covers the bread. You want all of this to soak into the bread.

Covering the prepared french toast with plastic wrap in a casserole dish

Step 5 – Cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator overnight.

Step 6 – Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to baking then it is ready to bake. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until browned and inside is set.

Step 7 – Serve with powdered sugar, maple syrup or fresh fruit. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 2 days

Expert Tips:

Bread – Feel free to use different types of bread. We find that this casserole is best made with day-old bread for the best texture.
Cover – Before placing the casserole into the fridge, make sure to cover with plastic wrap.
Baking Time – Baking time may vary depending on your oven. You will know when casserole is done cooking when the top is golden brown.

Close up image of French Toast Casserole in a baking dish topped with fresh berries and powdered sugar

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this French Toast Casserole with a side of Air Fried Bacon or breakfast sausage. We even like to make a fresh berries fruit salad for a complete meal idea.

Make sure to serve with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar and whipped cream. I have even topped orange zest for added flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How to Store:

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge after cooling to room temperature. The French Toast will last about 3 to 4 days if stored properly. When you are ready to serve, reheat in the microwave.

Can I Freeze?

Yes, you can freeze cooked French Toast Casserole. Place in a freezer safe container or wrap in aluminum foil. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, allow to thaw overnight in the fridge.