How to Make Baked French Toast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked French Toast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch. This delectable treat is a fantastic alternative to traditional French toast, as it can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning, making it perfect for busy mornings or special occasions.

What makes Baked French Toast so special is the way the bread soaks up the custard-like mixture, creating a moist and flavorful dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whethe...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut diagonally in 1 inch slices
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 1 ⅓ cups brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons light corn syrup

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs
  • Servings: 12

  • Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish; arrange slices of bread on the bottom.
  • Beat eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, and cinnamon together in a large bowl. Pour over bread slices, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Meanwhile, combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup together in a small saucepan; heat until bubbling.
  • Pour over bread and egg mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
  • Serve with berries and syrup.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 169mg
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 131mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 219mg