Savory French Toast Bake Recipe

Skip the messy individual french toast prep! This incredible Savory French Toast Bake is a game-changer for breakfast or brunch. Imagine fluffy, cheesy bread soaked in a savory custard, studded with breakfast sausage and baked to golden perfection. It's easier than making individual french toast, feeds a crowd, and is guaranteed to be a family favorite! One friend even called it a revelation! Get ready for rave reviews.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 505.3 kcal
Protein 49g
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Ingredients for Savory French Toast Bake

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 8 cups day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • Sugar
  • Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions

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How to Make Savory French Toast Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. Add to the egg mixture and toss gently to coat. Let soak for 10-15 minutes, ensuring all bread is saturated.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine cooked and crumbled sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
  5. Fold the sausage and cheese mixture into the bread mixture.
  6. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until golden brown and set. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

58g

Carbs

16g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Breakfast Casseroles Main Dish Eggs Dairy American Oven Kid Friendly Cheese Eggs Dietary One Dish Meal Midwestern Toddler Friendly Brunch Taste Mood Savory Equipment 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Savory French Toast Bake?

Savory French Toast Bake takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Savory French Toast Bake?

Savory French Toast Bake has approximately 505.3 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Savory French Toast Bake?

The key ingredients for Savory French Toast Bake are Butter, Bread, Breakfast Sausage, Cheese, Eggs, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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