Overnight French Toast Bake

1h 45m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Remove all crusts from the loaf of bread and set them aside.
  2. 2Place the crusts into a pan for later use.
  3. 3Add 6 eggs to a mixing bowl.
  4. 4Add 1 cup of milk to the eggs.
  5. 5Add 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream to the mixture.
  6. 6Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  7. 7Whisk all ingredients in the bowl until fully combined.
  8. 8Melt one stick of butter.
  9. 9Add 1 cup of brown sugar to the melted butter.
  10. 10Stir the butter and brown sugar mixture thoroughly.
  11. 11Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture into an 11x13 baking dish.
  12. 12Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the baking dish with a fork.
  13. 13Lay the crustless bread slices in a layer over the brown sugar mixture, fitting them perfectly if desired.
  14. 14Spoon half of the egg batter mixture over the bread layer.
  15. 15Sprinkle a layer of cinnamon on top of the batter-coated bread.
  16. 16Place the remaining bread slices on top to form a second layer.
  17. 17Spoon the rest of the batter mixture over the second layer of bread.
  18. 18Use a spoon to push down on any dry spots, ensuring all bread is completely coated.
  19. 19Add another layer of cinnamon on top.
  20. 20Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  21. 21In the morning, remove the plastic wrap from the baking dish.
  22. 22Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  23. 23Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, removing the foil for the last 15 minutes.
  24. 24Remove the finished French toast bake from the oven.
  25. 25Slice and serve, optionally flipping a piece to show the brown sugar and butter coating.
  26. 26Garnish with powdered sugar, maple syrup, strawberries, and whipped cream as desired.
  27. 27Taste the French toast bake as is to appreciate its inherent flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf loaf of bread
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 stick stick of butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • cinnamon
  • powdered sugar
  • maple syrup
  • strawberry
  • whipped cream

Equipment

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Tips

  • Save the bread crust for later use.
  • Whisk the egg mixture thoroughly until completely combined.
  • Ensure all bread pieces are fully coated in the batter mixture.
  • You can customize toppings with powdered sugar, maple syrup, strawberries, or whipped cream.

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