Baked French toast casserole

Baked French toast casserole recipe videos

Baked French Toast Casserole is a comforting, make-ahead breakfast dish where cubed or sliced bread is soaked in a sweet, spiced custard and baked until golden and puffed. It typically features ingredients like bread, eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and often a topping of pecans, brown sugar, or maple syrup. This dish is a popular brunch staple in American cuisine, especially for holidays and gatherings.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates and fat, with moderate protein from the eggs and milk. A single serving can provide a good amount of calcium and B vitamins, but typically contains around 350-500 calories, depending on the specific recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	300 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin A	150 µg RAE
Vitamin D	1.2 µg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.15 mg
Folate	40 µg DFE

Per 1 piece (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes this casserole unique is its 'make-ahead' nature; it's often assembled the night before, allowing the bread to fully absorb the custard, which simplifies morning preparation for a crowd. Nutritionally, using whole-grain bread can significantly increase its fiber content, transforming it from a simple treat into a more balanced meal.