French Toast Casserole

Vegetarian
Health score
10%
French Toast Casserole
530 min.
8
438kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic breakfast favorite with a twist—our French Toast Casserole! Perfect for lazy weekend mornings or festive brunch gatherings, this vegetarian dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Imagine waking up to the warm aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen, as this casserole bakes to golden perfection.

With its rich, custardy texture and the sweet crunch of pecans, this casserole transforms simple ingredients like challah or French bread into a luxurious morning meal. The best part? You can prepare it the night before, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you sleep. Just pop it in the oven when you're ready to serve, and enjoy a hassle-free breakfast that looks as impressive as it tastes.

Whether you're hosting a brunch for friends or simply treating your family to a special breakfast, this French Toast Casserole is sure to impress. Drizzle it with real maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness, and watch as it becomes a beloved staple in your recipe collection. Get ready to savor every bite of this deliciously comforting dish!

Ingredients

  • lb bread french cut into 1-inch slices
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cup half and half 
  • teaspoons brown sugar light packed
  • servings maple syrup 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups soymilk whole 2% low-fat ()
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cut into small cubes
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Butter bottom only of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  2. Place bread slices in 2 rows, overlapping each other on an angle, in baking dish.
  3. In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, half-and-half, brown sugar, salt, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, the nutmeg and vanilla until thoroughly combined. Carefully pour mixture over slices, making sure each slice is completely coated. Cover baking dish with foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  4. At serving time, heat oven to 350F. Uncover baking dish; sprinkle butter, granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon and the pecans over bread.
  5. Bake 40 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories438kcal
Protein13.66%
Fat36.81%
Carbs49.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.81
Glycemic Load
31.4
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.588260909785%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.49mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:437.57kcal
21.88%
Fat:18g
27.69%
Saturated Fat:6.16g
38.51%
Carbohydrates:54.5g
18.17%
Net Carbohydrates:52.05g
18.93%
Sugar:24.31g
27.01%
Cholesterol:181.79mg
60.6%
Sodium:600mg
26.09%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:15.03g
30.06%
Manganese:1.18mg
58.97%
Vitamin B2:0.88mg
52.05%
Selenium:32.41µg
46.3%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.97%
Folate:111.91µg
27.98%
Vitamin B3:4.85mg
24.26%
Calcium:204.1mg
20.41%
Iron:3.55mg
19.74%
Phosphorus:195.71mg
19.57%
Vitamin B12:1.09µg
18.2%
Vitamin E:2.33mg
15.55%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.22%
Copper:0.28mg
13.99%
Vitamin A:669.56IU
13.39%
Zinc:1.88mg
12.55%
Vitamin D:1.64µg
10.94%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.19%
Magnesium:39.66mg
9.91%
Fiber:2.45g
9.8%
Potassium:330.11mg
9.43%
Vitamin C:4.62mg
5.6%
Vitamin K:1.58µg
1.51%