Sourdough French Toast Casserole
A cozy breakfast casserole that transforms simple sourdough into a delightful, gooey dish, perfect for lazy mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of sourdough bread, cut into cubes
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place the cubed sourdough bread evenly in the greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, using a spatula to ensure even coverage.
- Let the casserole sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for best results.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
For best results, use day-old sourdough bread and allow sufficient soaking time. Customize with fruits or nuts for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg