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Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole with Cinnamon Streusel

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A cozy and fuss-free overnight French toast casserole with a buttery cinnamon streusel topping, perfect for lazy mornings, holiday brunches, or unplanned guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf thick-cut bread (challah or brioche, about 12 ounces / 340 grams)
  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml; almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml; optional)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60 grams)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (100 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (60 grams)
  • Optional: handful of chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Cut the loaf into roughly 1-inch cubes, optionally removing crusts. Spread evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes, pressing gently to soak all pieces. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before baking, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts if using.
  5. Remove casserole from fridge, sprinkle streusel topping evenly over the soaked bread. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until edges are golden and a knife inserted comes out clean or with few moist crumbs. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  6. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with optional maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.

Notes

Use dense, thick-cut bread like challah or brioche for best texture. Let eggs and milk come to room temperature before mixing. Soak bread at least 6 hours for perfect custard. Keep butter cold for crumbly streusel. Use glass or ceramic dish to prevent soggy bottom. Streusel can be prepared ahead and refrigerated. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based milk and butter with coconut oil.

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