Pioneer Woman French Toast Casserole Recipe

This easy and delicious Pioneer Woman French Toast Casserole is the perfect breakfast or brunch dish. It’s creamy, fluffy, and can be made ahead for convenience. With simple ingredients like sourdough bread and fresh blueberries, you can enjoy a warm, satisfying meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients Needed

For the French Toast:

• Butter, for greasing and serving
• 1 loaf crusty sourdough or French bread (about 14 oz or 400g)
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• Warm syrup, for serving
• 1 cup fresh blueberries, for serving

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into pieces

How To Make French Toast Casserole Recipe

1. Prepare the French Toast: Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan with butter. Tear the bread into chunks or cut it into cubes and evenly distribute it in the pan. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, cover the pan tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. You can also bake it immediately if you’re short on time.
2. Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the mixture resembles fine crumbs or pebbles. Store the topping in the fridge until ready to use.
3. Bake the Casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the casserole from the fridge and sprinkle the topping evenly over the bread mixture. Bake for 45 minutes for a softer, bread pudding-like texture, or for 1 hour for a firmer, crisper texture.
4. Serve: Scoop out individual portions, top with butter, drizzle with warm syrup, and sprinkle with fresh blueberries. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Use Stale Bread for Better Texture: For the best texture, use day-old or slightly stale bread. Fresh bread can get too soggy, while stale bread soaks up the egg mixture without falling apart.
• Let It Sit Overnight: For the most flavorful casserole, refrigerate it overnight. This allows the bread to soak up the egg mixture fully, making it more flavorful and easier to bake.
• Add Extra Flavor with Spices: To make the topping even tastier, add a pinch of ground nutmeg or a bit more cinnamon. It enhances the flavor and adds a warm, comforting aroma.
• Adjust Baking Time for Your Preference: If you prefer a softer texture, bake for 45 minutes. For a firmer, crispier texture, bake it longer—up to 1 hour or more.
• Serve with Fresh Toppings: Top your casserole with fresh fruit like blueberries or strawberries and drizzle with warm syrup. This adds a burst of freshness and balances the richness of the casserole.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Cover leftovers ​french toast casserole and storing it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap leftovers ​french toast casserole tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat.
• Reheating: To reheat leftovers ​french toast casserole, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake covered for 20-25 minutes, or microwave on high for 1-2 minutes covered with a damp paper towel, or heat in a pan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
   

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving

• Calories: 502
• Total Fat: 26g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 0mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 51g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 0g
• Protein: 12g

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• Pioneer Woman French Toast Sticks
• Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake French Toast
• Pioneer Woman Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal
• Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Scones​
• Pioneer Woman Cinnamon Raisin Bread