Vegan French Toast Casserole

Wake up to a cozy, plant-based breakfast with this indulgent Vegan French Toast Casserole. Made with hearty cubes of stale vegan bread, a creamy blend of almond and coconut milk, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, this recipe elevates classic breakfast flavors into a generously layered casserole. A flaxseed "egg" ties everything together, while a touch of nutritional yeast adds a unique, savory depth. Topped with crunchy pecans or walnuts and baked to golden-brown perfection, this dish is perfect for weekend brunches or holiday mornings. Serve it warm with fresh berries or banana slices for a vibrant, fruity finish. Ready in just over an hour and designed to feed a crowd, this easy vegan breakfast recipe combines nutritious ingredients with decadent comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups stale bread (preferably vegan sourdough or French bread)
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup canned coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 cup fresh berries or banana slices (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with coconut oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseeds and water to create a flax egg. Stir and let it sit for at least 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutritional yeast, and sea salt until well combined.

Step 5

Add the thickened flax egg to the milk mixture and whisk again to incorporate.

Step 6

Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes, making sure every piece is saturated. Use a spoon or your hands to gently press the bread into the liquid.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the mixture.

Step 8

Remove the foil and sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the casserole is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve with a drizzle of additional maple syrup and fresh berries or banana slices, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3328.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7247.2

Total Fat 201.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10870.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.1g	0%
Total Sugars 273.8g
Protein 197.0g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 3137.7mg	0%
Iron 85.3mg	0%
Potassium 4598.2mg	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: 25.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 64.2%