Holiday Morning French Toast Recipe

Wake up to the warm, comforting aroma of this delicious Holiday Morning French Toast Casserole! Prepared the night before, this make-ahead breakfast casserole bakes to golden perfection while you enjoy your morning. Loaded with cinnamon-spiced apples and raisins, it's the perfect show-stopping brunch for holidays or special occasions. Minimal morning prep – maximum flavor!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 485.8 kcal
Protein 29g
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Ingredients for Holiday Morning French Toast

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How to Make Holiday Morning French Toast

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. Add 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced, and 1/2 cup raisins. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  5. Arrange 12 slices of bread (challah, brioche, or Texas toast recommended) on top of the apple mixture.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon until well combined.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all slices are soaked.
  8. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. In the morning, bake the casserole, covered with aluminum foil, for 40 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  11. Let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  12. For a stunning presentation, carefully loosen the edges of the baking dish and invert onto a large serving platter.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

33g

Carbs

26g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Holiday Morning French Toast?

Holiday Morning French Toast takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Holiday Morning French Toast?

Holiday Morning French Toast has approximately 485.8 calories per serving, with about 29 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Holiday Morning French Toast?

The key ingredients for Holiday Morning French Toast are Brown Sugar, Butter, Cinnamon, Tart Apples, Raisins, French Bread. See the full list with measurements above.

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