Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole

Indulge in the cozy, comforting flavors of this Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole, a delightful breakfast or brunch centerpiece perfect for sharing with friends and family. Made with gluten-free bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, heavy cream, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe offers all the decadence of classic French toast in an easy, make-ahead casserole form. A buttery caramel drizzle enriched with maple syrup and brown sugar takes this dish to the next level, while a sprinkle of chopped pecans provides the perfect crunchy topping. Baked to golden perfection, this gluten-free masterpiece is sure to impress, whether served on a lazy weekend morning or a festive holiday table. Serve warm with extra maple syrup for a truly irresistible treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 slices gluten-free bread
• 6 large eggs
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup maple syrup
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 2

Cut the gluten-free bread into 1-inch cubes and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.

Step 6

Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the bread mixture in the baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.

Step 9

Place the covered casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 11

Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with additional maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1505.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3986.4

Total Fat 223.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 1532.1mg	0%
Sodium 2875.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 436.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 306.9g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 425.0IU	0%
Calcium 920.2mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1381.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 43.2%