Description
Overnight Syrup-On-The-Bottom French Toast is the ultimate brunch dish that transforms your mornings into a delightful experience. This make-ahead recipe features soft challah bread soaked in a creamy egg mixture, layered over a rich syrup made from dark brown sugar and butter. By preparing this indulgent treat the night before, you can wake up to a warm, syrupy breakfast that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for special occasions or casual get-togethers, this French toast casserole is sure to become a beloved addition to your breakfast repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (3 sticks, softened)
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound challah bread (sliced into 1-inch thick slices)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine dark brown sugar, unsalted butter, corn syrup, whole milk, and salt. Bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Pour the syrup into the prepared casserole dish.
- Arrange sliced challah bread on top of the syrup layer.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until combined. Slowly pour this mixture over the bread slices ensuring they are well soaked.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake covered for 40 minutes; then uncover and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar before baking for an additional 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg