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Chill this Texas toast French toast overnight for an easy breezy morning!

This breakfast recipe requires a minimum of 4 hours in the fridge, making it a PERFECT make-ahead meal, and one of our favorite ways to start the day. Prepping is a snap as well – only 10 minutes! Simply layer the soft, thick pieces of bread with butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar for a sweet, gooey French toast in the morning. It’s SO good!

Pop it in the oven the next morning and let it bake – easy! We love to top it with Buttermilk Syrup and some fresh strawberries, but feel free to add your favorites (Nutella, Whipped Cream, the possibilities are endless).

For more French toast recipes try our Pound Cake French Toast, French Toast Sticks, or Crème Brulee French Toast.

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • An easy morning. This breakfast casserole requires chilling, so it is PERFECT for overnight prep and a simple morning!
  • Top it your way. Add your favorite French toast toppings – everyone gets what they love!
  • Feeds the family. It’s an easy way to whip up enough to feed everyone with minimal effort. There’s no slaving over a griddle here!
Texas toast, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and other ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Texas Toast French Toast Ingredients and Substitutions

  • ½ cup butter melted We used unsalted butter.
  • 1 cup brown sugar We used light brown sugar but dark brown can be used.
  • 1 (24-ounce) loaf Texas toast Leave the crust on, but crust-free toast looks prettier. Texas Toast is found in the bread aisle. Do not use seasoned frozen Texas Toast.
  • 4 large eggs – room temperature
  • 1½ cups milk We like whole milk, but 2% works too.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar – light or dark brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon – or replace some cinnamon with nutmeg or Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened – see How to Soften Butter Quickly
  • powdered sugar, for sprinkling Top with fresh berries like blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries, sliced bananas, and Homemade Whipped Cream.
  • optional syrup Maple Syrup or Buttermilk Syrup
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How to Make Texas Toast French Toast

  1. PREP. Melt butter. Add brown sugar and mix well. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 casserole dish.
    • Add a layer of Texas toast and cut the toast as needed to fit the pan. In a small bowl mix 4 tablespoons brown sugar and 3 teaspoons cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. LAYER. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla. Pour half of the egg mixture over the Texas toast and sprinkle half of the brown sugar and cinnamon on top. Add another layer of Texas Toast, cutting the slices to fit as needed. Spread a thin layer of butter over the bread.
    • Top with the remaining egg mixture and the remaining cinnamon & sugar mixture.
  3. CHILL. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours before baking.
  4. BAKE. Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Top it with maple syrup, buttermilk syrup, whipped cream, jams, or fresh fruit.
  • Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more evenly than fresh bread.
  • You can leave the crust on, but crust-free looks prettier.
  • Avoid very soft or delicate breads that may fall apart during soaking or baking.
  • This casserole bakes best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
Scooping a serving of Texas toast French toast from a white baking dish.
5 from 38 votes

Texas Toast French Toast

Cinnamon and brown sugar Texas toast French toast is a favorite make-ahead breakfast – chill overnight for an easy breezy morning!
Servings: 5
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Refrigerate: 4 hours
Total: 4 hours 50 minutes

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 (24-ounce) loaf Texas toast, with crust trimmed off, optional
  • 4 eggs
  • cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions 

  • Melt butter. Add brown sugar and mix well. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 casserole dish.
  • Add a layer of Texas toast and cut the toast as needed to fit the pan. In a small bowl mix 4 tablespoons brown sugar and 3 teaspoons cinnamon. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla.
  • Pour half of the egg mixture over the Texas toast and sprinkle half of the brown sugar & cinnamon on top.
  • Add another layer of Texas Toast. Spread a thin layer of softened butter over the bread.
  • Top with the remaining egg mixture and the remaining cinnamon & sugar mixture.
  • Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours before baking.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Notes

Recipe tips.
    • Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more evenly than fresh bread.
    • You can leave the crust on, but crust-free looks prettier.
    • Avoid very soft or delicate breads that may fall apart during soaking or baking.
    • This casserole bakes best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
Optional toppings fresh berries, Homemade Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup, Buttermilk Syrup
Make ahead. Prepare as directed cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before baking. You can also cover it again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and set on the counter for about 30 minutes before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave. 

Nutrition

Serving: 8g, Calories: 437kcal, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 24g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 187mg, Sodium: 257mg, Potassium: 210mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 49g, Vitamin A: 876IU, Calcium: 145mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

Make ahead of time?

Prepare as directed cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before baking. You can also cover it again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and set on the counter for about 30 minutes before baking.

How to store?

Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave.

This recipe was originally published June 2017.

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65 Comments

  1. Nicole says:

    5 stars
    I discovered this a few years back from your page and it is a Christmas morning tradition at this point. Its so good.

  2. Stephanie Claymore says:

    how to make in an 8×8 pan????

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      I would just cut the recipe/measurements in half and it should work for an 8×8.

  3. Judith pietenburg says:

    5 stars
    very good. It served 6 adults but I also had a baked omelet with it. Bread did not get soggy. It took so long to brush the egg on the slices so for the final layer I dipped the bread in the egg batter both sides and it was fine. Took Less time. Will make it again so easy and good.

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Thanks for sharing what you did! I’m glad you all enjoyed the french toast!

      1. Jessica says:

        I am making this recipe right now, but I noticed that there is not instructions for how to make the final cinnamon sugar topping. Could you please share how much of each ingredient we use in order to make the topping?

      2. Lil'Luna Team says:

        It looks like the ingredient list is missing the measurement for the cinnamon sugar mixture. It should say “1 tbsp sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon”… we’ll get it updated. Thanks for catching that! Hope the french toast turned out delicious!

  4. Kellie Weikle says:

    Can I use regular loafed bread instead of Texas toast? Or would it be to soggy? Thank you for the feedback before I attempt this. The recipe
    sounds amazing and easy!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You can… I’d suggest letting the bread dry out a bit before using. Because depending on the brand/type, it could run the risk of sogging up a bit.

  5. Julia Keane says:

    I am sure it is FANTASTIC! However, there is WAY TOO MUCH SUGAR in this recipe. And all six kiddos will become

    totally addicted to sugar (which is even more addictive than heroin..

    1. Sandi Leigh says:

      Calm down Karen, it’s not that serious! It’s only French toast. 🤦‍♀️ lol

      Don’t make this more than it is!

    2. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Thanks for the feedback. We certainly like to eat a variety of foods… moderation in all things, right? 🙂 You could adjust the sugar content for your liking as well. It would obviously alter the flavor a bit, but might still be delicious. You’ll have to let us know how it turns out if you reduce the sugar.

      1. Pam says:

        How many slices of bread are used?

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