French Toast Bake Recipe

This delightful French Toast Bake is a perfect blend of rich custard-soaked bread, a sweet cinnamon swirl, and a drizzle of creamy icing. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, it’s easy to prepare and can even be made ahead of time!

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of bread (preferably brioche or challah)
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups of milk
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup of powdered sugar (for icing)
• 2 tablespoons of milk (for icing)
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract (for icing)
• Nuts or fruits (optional, for customization)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
3. Cut the bread into cubes and add it to the egg mixture, stirring gently to ensure all pieces are coated.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
7. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Making the Icing:

While the French toast bake is cooling, let’s whip up a simple icing to drizzle on top!

1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
2. Once the French toast bake has cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the top before serving.

Notes:

• This recipe can be prepared the night before. Simply assemble the bread and custard mixture, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning for a delicious breakfast treat!
• Feel free to customize with nuts or add fruits like blueberries or sliced bananas for added flavor.

Recipe Summary:

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Yield: 8 servings