night-before french toast

7 Pinches
Stoneham, MA
Updated on Feb 19, 2018

I have used this recipe for years, especially when I have over night guests. It is so easy and my guests really enjoy it and always ask for the recipe. The 13 x 9 pan is empty after breakfast so I know everyone enjoyed it.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake
yield 9 big pieces

Ingredients

  • 1 - loaf of french bread
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1-2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 8 - eggs
  • 1-2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 stick butter, melted

How To Make night-before french toast

  • Step 1
    Melt butter and brown sugar together.
  • Step 2
    Coat bottom of 9x13 pan. Cut bread into 1" slices and place in pan.
  • Step 3
    Pour melted butter and brown sugar over the bread.
  • Step 4
    In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, milk and vanilla; pour over bread.
  • Step 5
    Sprinkle with cinnamon, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Step 6
    In the morning, preheat over to 375 degrees. Bake uncovered 30-45 minutes in middle of oven.
  • Step 7
    It is done when knife inserted comes out clean and bread is puffy. Serve immediately.
  • Step 8
    This can be served plain or with maple syrup.

Discover More

Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Eggs

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