Marmalade French Toast Casserole

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Marmalade French Toast Casserole
45 min.
12
300kcal

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Indulge in a delightful morning experience with our Marmalade French Toast Casserole, a vegetarian dish that transforms your brunch into a memorable feast. Perfectly crafted to serve 12 people, this casserole combines the comforting flavors of buttery bread and sweet orange marmalade, creating a symphony of taste that will awaken your senses.

Imagine a scrumptious dish where each slice of sourdough French bread becomes a canvas for creamy goodness, generously layered with zesty marmalade. This recipe not only offers a morning meal option but also doubles as a delightful side dish for gatherings or special occasions. With only 45 minutes of total preparation time, it’s convenient for busy mornings, yet sophisticated enough to impress your guests.

The rich aroma of vanilla and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite. Topped with crunchy walnuts, this casserole brings texture and a hint of nuttiness to the mix, making each mouthful a satisfying delight. Whether you’re looking to treat your family or host friends for a brunch, the Marmalade French Toast Casserole promises a deliciously sweet start to your day. Get ready to savor each bite and enjoy the compliments!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter softened
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 2.8 cups milk 1% low-fat
  • 12 ounce orange marmalade 
  • 16 ounce sourdough bread french cut into 24 (1/2-inch) slices
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces finely chopped

Equipment

  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Arrange 12 bread slices, buttered side down, slightly overlapping in a single layer in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  2. Spread marmalade evenly over bread; top with remaining 12 bread slices, buttered side up.
  3. Combine milk and next 4 ingredients (through eggs), stirring with a whisk.
  4. Pour egg mixture over bread. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 35
  6. Sprinkle casserole with walnuts.
  7. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until golden.
  8. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein12.58%
Fat25.74%
Carbs61.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.22
Glycemic Load
19.06
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.9291304686795%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.48kcal
15.02%
Fat:8.8g
13.53%
Saturated Fat:3.3g
20.62%
Carbohydrates:47.44g
15.81%
Net Carbohydrates:46.19g
16.8%
Sugar:27.22g
30.24%
Cholesterol:103.23mg
34.41%
Sodium:322.68mg
14.03%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:9.67g
19.34%
Selenium:20.02µg
28.6%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.52%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.47%
Folate:65.2µg
16.3%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.28%
Phosphorus:158.22mg
15.82%
Calcium:116.77mg
11.68%
Iron:2.06mg
11.43%
Vitamin B3:1.96mg
9.78%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.31%
Copper:0.15mg
7.71%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.31%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.3%
Zinc:1.06mg
7.1%
Vitamin A:346.74IU
6.93%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.92%
Magnesium:27.47mg
6.87%
Potassium:191.13mg
5.46%
Fiber:1.26g
5.03%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin C:1.4mg
1.7%
Source:My Recipes