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Best Easy Overnight Eggnog French Toast Casserole Recipe

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This overnight eggnog French toast casserole is the breakfast you deserve on a busy morning. It’s easy, forgiving, and absolutely delicious, with a rich, custardy interior and a crunchy, caramelized streusel topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf (12-14 ounces) brioche, challah, or French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cups eggnog
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the Bread: Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. If bread is fresh, spread on a baking sheet and toast at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes to dry it out.
  2. Grease the Dish: Rub 1 tablespoon of butter all over the inside of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon until sugar is dissolved and mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Assemble the Casserole: Spread half of the bread cubes in the prepared dish. Pour half of the custard over the top. Gently press bread down with a spatula. Repeat with remaining bread and custard.
  5. Make the Streusel: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until crumbly.
  6. Top and Chill: Sprinkle streusel evenly over the casserole. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight (8-12 hours).
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove casserole from fridge and let sit on counter for 15 minutes. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until top is golden brown and center is set (jiggles slightly but not liquidy).
  8. Rest and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, drizzled with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar.

Notes

For best texture, use stale bread and let the casserole soak overnight. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking. Double the streusel if you love a crunchy topping.

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