Description
This Overnight French Toast Casserole with Cinnamon Streusel is a mouthwatering combination of rich flavors and simple prep. Using sourdough bread, eggs, and creamy toppings, it serves as a delightful breakfast or brunch option that will please any group.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound loaf of sourdough or french bread
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups (480ml) milk (whole or 2%)
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (104g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (36g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup (98g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (169g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (112g) butter (cut into pieces)
Instructions
- Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish and set aside.
- Cut the bread into 1-inch chunks and spread them evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, both sugars, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cover the casserole and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- To prepare the streusel topping, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add butter and cut into the dry mixture until it forms a crumble. Refrigerate overnight if desired.
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF when ready to bake.
- Crumble the streusel topping evenly over the casserole, covering as much as possible.
- Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, adjusting the time for desired texture. Serve warm with syrup and toppings.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use thick slices of bread and allow the casserole to sit overnight for full absorption of flavors.
Experiment with different fruits as toppings for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg