Crispy Baked French Toast
Crispy Baked French Toast is a delicious breakfast dish that combines the comfort of traditional French toast with the convenience of baking, perfect for a family brunch or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 plastic wrap or aluminum foil
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- to taste powdered sugar (for serving, optional)
- to taste maple syrup (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Lay the slices of bread in the greased baking dish in a single layer. If needed, cut the bread to fit.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring each slice is soaked. Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for the best results.
- In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated.
- Remove the bread from the refrigerator and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the soaked bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Cut into individual pieces and serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup if desired.
- For added flavor, consider including fruits like blueberries or strawberries between the bread slices before adding the egg mixture.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
- Store leftover baked French toast in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave or toaster oven.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include fruits like blueberries or strawberries as a layer between the bread slices before adding the egg mixture.
Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
Leftover baked French toast can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the microwave or toaster oven.