French Toast Casserole – A Make-Ahead Brunch Favorite
It’s cozy, rich, and just sweet enough without being over-the-top. And the best part? You assemble it the night before, so all that’s left in the morning is popping it in the oven. Whether you're making it for a holiday breakfast or prepping slices to reheat throughout the week, this casserole never disappoints.
Ingredients
Casserole:
- 1 loaf brioche bread chopped
- 10 eggs
- 2 cups cream or milk or sub ½ cup cream + 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tsp vanilla
- ½ tsp salt
Topping:
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup cold butter cubed
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
Assemble the Casserole:
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish and layer in the chopped brioche.
- In a bowl (or blender if using cottage cheese), whisk together eggs, cream or milk, vanilla, and salt. Pour evenly over the bread, gently pressing down to soak. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Make the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cubed butter, salt, and cinnamon until crumbly. Store covered in the fridge overnight.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle the crumble topping over the casserole and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and set.
Enjoy!
- Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dollop of yogurt. Leftovers reheat beautifully and make mornings feel extra special all week long.