Lolly's French Toast Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast comfort food with Lolly's French Toast Casserole, a decadent make-ahead dish perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy mornings at home. This crowd-pleaser features fluffy cubes of French bread soaked in a rich, custardy mixture of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a buttery brown sugar crumble and optional crunchy pecans, this baked delight emerges from the oven golden brown and irresistibly fragrant. Simply prep it the night before and let the flavors meld, making it a stress-free option for feeding a hungry group. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and a generous drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet and satisfying treat that's sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: French toast casserole, make-ahead breakfast, brunch recipes, baked French toast, sweet breakfast casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread
• 8 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar (for topping)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for topping)
• 0.5 cup Pecans (optional, chopped)
• 0 to taste Maple syrup
• 0 optional Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

Slice the French bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly layer them in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the topping by combining the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans (if using). Add cold butter and use a fork or your hands to mix until crumbly.

Step 7

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and sprinkle the topping evenly over the soaked bread.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the center.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2019.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5051.7

Total Fat 232.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 1910.6mg	0%
Sodium 4704.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 620.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 400.2g
Protein 120.1g	0%

Vitamin D 542.7IU	0%
Calcium 1305.8mg	0%
Iron 27.3mg	0%
Potassium 2330.3mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 49.1%